Mehrangarh Fort is the #1 destination for anyone visiting Rajasthan, India, and for good reason. It has a very rich history, fascinating architecture and amazing views. Hiking and zip lining in Mehrangarh, Jodhpur Fort is a special treat. Mehrangarh Fort History Jodhpur derives it name from king ‘Jodha’. The suffix ‘pur’ indicates that the city […]
Jaisalmer fort has seven gorgeous Jain temples, intact from invasions and destruction over the last 800 years! The history of the Rajput King, the Fort, Jains and Jain temples of Jaisalmer, is intertwined and spans hundreds of years. The temples now store precious ancient literature of the Jains in secret underground chambers. They also store statues that […]
Traveling in Rajasthan is a ton of fun but planning is essential because there is so much to see, do and experience. Here are some Rajasthan travel tips. Jaisalmer Tips When to visit Jaisalmer The best times to visit Jaisalmer is during their winter, November through February. We visited in December over Christmas weekend. It […]
The great Thar desert is a world of its own. It looks empty for miles on end but is filled with wonderful surprises. On our first day in Jaisalmer, we drove to Longewala, Tanot Mata mandir and explored the countryside. The drives provide unique desert landscapes and tiny villages. The villages were pristine and it […]
Jaisalmer Havelis are a symbol of prosperity and astounding arts of Rajasthan. The Havelis tell the interesting stories of Jains merchants of Rajasthan and their fascinating lives. Jaisalmer Havelis looks like delicate jewelry carved out of gold. For centuries, the silk route passed through the region around Jaisalmer. The Jains traders of the region acquired extreme wealth with their […]
Our last stop of the day was the dunes of Jaisalmer. It was a lovely winter evening, an hour before sunset. There was almost no breeze. The desert looked vast and still. The open desert reminded me of my childhood when all of us cousins tagged along with our grandfather on his morning walk to […]
