A Journey to Rajasthan

Let me describe him first,

Trying new things isn’t just his hobby, but a way of life. Breaking the constant cycle of work and well, more work, Jitesh has made it a point to take some time out for himself. And that means spending a couple of days in a new city, learning of its history, participating in their festivals and making some everlasting memories with his friends and family.

It was time for another break again, his friends and he decided to visit Rajasthan. They were beyond thrilled and he was already looking for the best deals and that’s about the time TravelTriangle popped up on his Facebook feed. He is an avid planner, so keep in mind he did his background check, from expenses to travel time to reviews, and he has to say, he made a pretty good pick.

 Day 1: Hello Pink city!

Their first day was in the colorful city of Jaipur. They landed and made their way straight to start some exploration. Their first stop for the flamboyant City Palace. He was surprised by how well-thought-out this grand piece of history was.  There was also a little souvenir shop there where you could find all sorts of traditional artworks and handicrafts.

Up next, was the Iconic Hawa Mahal. The intricate carvings and hanging balconies take you back to another time.

They ended their first day with some local street shopping and tasting some delicious street food. Later they head back to their hotel to catch up on some sleep.

Day 2: Another day, another road trip!

On this day, They woke up early in the morning for their exciting road trip to Pushkar and Ajmer. After a hearty breakfast, they were on their way, catching up on some old tunes and making a few stops on the way. By noon, they reached the Pushkar Brahma temple where they offered their prayers. After spending some time in the serenity of the temple, they got back on the road. As the sun started to set, they reached Ajmer, a small city famed for the tomb of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti. They visited the famous Shrine Dargah Ajmer Sharif and toured the city for a few hours. They then headed for a few local sweet shops and bought the famous Sohan Halwa, dry fruit sweets, and rose syrups.

                                          Day 3: The gems of Jodhpur

Call it the ‘Blue City’ or the ‘Sun City’, Jodhpur is simply a place that they could not miss on their trip to Rajasthan. So once they were up, they made their way to this fabulous city. They got some beautiful pictures there and caught the mesmerizing sunset. They learned about the history of the fort and the events that took place a long long time ago. After a day spent sightseeing, they called it a night and head back for some rest.

Day 4: Khamma Ghani Jaisalmer

Next day, They got decked up for a journey to Jaisalmer, another gem in Rajasthan. On the way, they stopped at the Longewala war museum and the Tanot temple. They paid their respects and collected their blessings and then hit the road again. It was noon by the time they reached the resort where they checked in and rested for a while. They enjoyed a delicious lunch in the tents, another memorable experience. For the evening, the resort had planned a few cultural activities like an arts and dance show which they enjoyed so much. They also went for a Camel ride in the desert and later head back for dinner. Dinner was served in style with a Rajasthani twist. They ended the day with a bonfire and some good music.

Day 5: Goodbye, Rajasthan!

On their last day of the trip, they woke up very early to catch the sunrise. Sacrificing those few hours of sleep was totally worth it when they saw the golden hue rise up from the sand dunes. The cold breeze and breathtaking sight was just the perfect start to their day.

They packed their bags and checked out of the resort to make their way back to Jaipur. 

Upon reaching, they shopped some more, picking up some souvenirs for loved ones. After, they head to the station to catch their train back home. The souvenirs weren’t the only thing they brought back though. They have some great memories that all of them are going to cherish for the longest time.