Turning back the clock

Mohammed Iqbal and I balanced ourselves precariously on the wooden plank—each assigned to an edge. Him more confident than me, given that an old strip of wood wasn’t the best place to listen attentively to stories that were about to unfold. Right above my head, the clock made its presence felt with an unvarying “tick […]

Festival Of The Month: Jodhpur Flamenco & Gypsy Festival

Now in its second edition, the Jodhpur Flamenco and Gypsy Festival celebrates the rich gypsy cultures of Spain and Rajasthan by transcending all musical and geographical boundaries. The message is simple – to teach everyone the importance of keeping folk music alive. Reportedly, Flamenco’s roots first took hold in Rajasthan, and to see it all […]

Festival Of The Month: Rajasthan International Folk Festival

This is India’s leading folk music festival where international artists come together with Rajasthani coterie of musicians. It is not uncommon to hear a folk instrument in perfect harmony with Gospel music or other innovative collaborations. These five days in October bring together more than 150 musicians and performing artists to celebrate Rajasthan’s vibrant musical […]

Royal Rai Villas, Jodhpur

Legendary tales of Kings and Warriors hang heavy in the state of Rajasthan. For a tryst with the glorious history of the state, Jodhpur is one of the most exciting destinations one can visit. To make your stay even more memorable, you have an option to stay right in the lap of royalty at the […]

Colonels Cottage, Jodhpur

  Conveniently located yet elusively tucked away from the din of the city, here’s a homestay that transports you right in the lap of luxury & grandeur. Run by the Rajput couple, Colonel Kishore Singh & his wife Mrs. Jyoti Singh, the serene environs of this farm house in Mandore hill are just twelve kilometres […]