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Jaipur Architectural Delight

On a way to Udiapur with my family we have taken 5 hours break in Jaipur so that we can explore the major attractions of India’s Pink City.  Jaipur is called Pink City of India because of several pink stucco buildings that lie in the periphery of this city. This Capital City of Rajasthan is well connected with India’s major cities via rail, road and airways.  I along with niece and cousins started our Udaipur journey from Delhi in Tempo Traveler.

We began our drive in early morning and reached Jaipur by 2 pm. This 6 hour journey was pleasurable because we got ample of time to gossip and many things to share because we all are meeting after the time span of 2 years. Throughout the ride we shared our past memories and pulled each other legs. Before embarking our Jaipur excursion we took traditional Rajasthani food in our lunch at roadside restaurant. The taste was so good that it is still lingering on my taste bud. After satisfying our appetite we went to see the Hawa Mahal which is the icon of this place. This is one of the most famous attractions of this place which is visited by almost every tourist who comes here.

Hawa Mahal is the man made marvel which is also known as ‘Palace of Winds’ or ‘Palace of the Breeze’. This is a pyramid-shaped five storied facade made up of red and pink sandstone. We were amazed by the beauty of 953 small windows popularly known as ‘Jharokhas’ which are decorated with tiny lattice work. One of our cousins who worked in Tourism industry briefed us about the whole structure along with its historical and cultural significance. She told us that it was built for the women of the Royal Families to watch various activities taking place on the streets. It is the wonderful Rajputana structure which was built by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799.

After seeing this Rajasthan wonder we headed for Amber fort which is magnificent building and among the finest example of man made imaginations crafted out of stone carving and adorned with beautiful decorations.

The magnetic constructions of white marble, red sandstone and delicate decorations make Amber fort a grandiose structure which lures scores of tourists to this place. Apart from this the Maotha Lake in foreground adds extra glamour to this structure which touches the heart of every visitor and we were among them. Again our cousin briefed about this heart gripping palace. The construction of this fort was commenced in 1592 during the reign of Raja Man Singh I but it was finally completed during the period of Raja Jai Singh I. Intricate carvings, minute mirror work and mosaic work throughout the complex utters the glory of Rajputana royalty and legacy who made this grand structure.

The major attraction of this fort is Diwan-e-Aam or the ‘Hall of Public Audience’ which is the forty pillared marquee built for Maharaja to meet the general public. Though there are many attractions inside the fort but Jai Mandir ‘Hall of Victory’ famous for stunning ceiling adorned with mirror work and an inlaid panel captivated our attentions for long time. The elephant ride is the best way to explore the diverse beauty of this fort. But due to lack of time we couldn’t enjoy the royal ride of gentle giant.

The visit to these two royal structures pleased our eyes and rejuvenated our mind but exhausted our stamina. So we dropped our plan to visit any more attractions of this historical city. On insist from cousins we went to Jauhari Bazaar which is among the best places of Jaipur to purchase tie-and-dye items. Here, we purchased some semi-precious stones, handcrafted footwear, costumes and handicrafts as a souvenir of this place.

After that we again embarked our journey to Udaipur in the same tempo traveler. On the way we stopped for dinner at roadside restaurant where we tasted some of the best Rajasthani food which again filled our appetite but not satisfied our taste.

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Heritage Hotel Devigarh Fort

It would be no exaggeration if I say that I am a lover of Rajasthan. This glorious land of raja-maharajas has always fascinated me and that is the reason why I keep traveling to this classic destination time and again. This time I and one of my friends Rahul decided to plan a tour dedicated to savor an experience of staying in a heritage hotel to experience the lifestyles of the raja-maharajas of the bygone era. So we browsed the Internet for finding out an authentic travel company to book our tour. We finally selected Caper Travel Pvt Ltd as it seemed authentic and reliable as it is a National Tourism Award winner. We decided to book the grand and majestic Heritage Hotel Devigarh in Udaipur. I had seen Udaipur but my friend had not so we choose to visit Udaipur.

As we reached the Heritage Hotel Devigarh Fort, we were given a warm welcome with a big smile, flower garlands, and refreshing welcome drink. The view of the heritage hotel was awe inspiring and as we moved further exploring the hotel we were enveloped in a feeling of rapture. As we headed towards our room the attendant who was escorting us told us about the hotel. It was built in the the year 1760 by the Rajpur ruler Raghudev Sing II. A perfect example of traditional and modern, the heritage fort offers 39 suites. Beautiful marble and semi-precious stones have been used as decorative elements in the suites.

We had booked the palace suite for ourselves. Just outside the suite was a traditional courtyard which was beautifully decorated. And as we entered our suite we were completely spell bound by its decoration and royal ambiance. Now the kingly feeling was enveloping us and we were getting drunk on it. As the attendant left we started using our skill, which was never there, to figure out the names of the semi-precious stones used in decoration. The furniture, the paintings, the floor, the bed, and even the glass of the washroom was so royal. The back door of our suite opened into a balcony which offers refreshing views of gorgeous green fields and the mountains surrounding the hotel. All the modern amenities were present in the suite. Traditional materials and motifs are used to create modern designs and white marble has been used liberally.

After refreshing ourselves we went for dinner to the restaurant of the hotel. The hotel offers several options for private dining. We opted for Sheesh Mahal for dinner. It was mind blowing, just like a stunning palace. It reflects the glorious history of Rajasthan in the form of beautiful frescoes and mirror work. Traditional low Indian seating and rows of candles added more charm to the setting making it a prefect place for dining. Sitting here and feasting on traditional Rajasthani food was itself a ‘special occasion’ for us. This was the best dining experience I ever had.

For recreation of the guests this heritage hotel offers Spa therapies and massages, health club, yoga and meditation classes, beauty parlor, swimming pool, bicycle trips, camel safari, horse riding, trekking, kite flying, pool table, library, shopping arcade etc. Everything about this heritage hotel is royal and classy. We enjoyed our stay to the fullest and the next morning we were slated to go for sightseeing.

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