|
As a tour operator, we had this rare opportunity of seeing our own land and people through the eyes of other travelers.
We discovered that the simplest aspects of Rajasthan's legacy and lifestyle are greatest pulling factors for the tourists.
No matter their perception about these aspects is almost entirely different from what we think about them.
But above all, these are complete attractions strong enough to fill all senses, and describing them is like discussing the entire essence of Rajasthan
COLORS:
After all where else in the world they could see a city so strange, so yellow that any other color over any mansion does not appear even as an exception! For them the sight still lingered of the amazing fairy tale fort that glows under the sun like solid gold. more >>
BELIEFS:
"This is a question of beliefs and beliefs defy logic most of the times" I said, "Like the Gadiya Lauhars which we see settled in makeshift bullock cart houses along many streets, they are nomads never settling at one place for long. more >>
WEDDINGS:
But this is not merely a show of splendor; it is a realistic display of social and community bonds- a classic case of expert event management. more >>
PASSIONS SUPREME:
Strange reasons behind beautiful creations do not end with the Lake Palace only. Jodhpur's Umaid Bhawan Palace was born as a result of a massive employment generation initiative for famine-affected people. more >>
JOYRIDES! (HIGHWAYS):
A real scene is to watch the overflowing fodder trucks which become so FAT they never let any other to overtake. Not surprising, most of our guests comment about the highway and traffic- IT'S CRAZY! more >>
SEASONS AND FESTIVALS:
One more saying that is uttered most about Rajasthan- Aath baar aur nau tyunhaar (There are eight days in a week and NINE festivals!). more >>
SOUNDS AND FRENZY:
Sounds and resultant frenzied actions in Rajasthan is an attitude part inherited, part discovered and part created. To me it sounds simple yet it sounds so soothingly different from telephone rings, motor horns and television! more >>
WE THE RAJASTHANIS:
The men are robust and chivalrous, the women beautiful and generous. There is always a sort of curiosity in them and even the women seem inquisitive peeping through their veils, an expression of fascination towards the strange looking visitor. more >>
|
