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Jal Mahal: The Water Palace of Jaipur
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The Stately Nahargarh Fort
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Magical Chhattisgarh: Explore the Unexplored
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Kumbhalgarh trek, handicrafts workshop the latest things-to-do at Mana Hotel!
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Mana Hotels, Ranakpur: Experience Rajasthan like never before!
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Varanasi: The Eternal City
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Ahmedabad: The Manchester of the East
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Jal Mahal: The Water Palace of Jaipur
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Architecture Archive
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Jodhpur: Oasis in the Thar
Posted on December 20, 2012 | No CommentsJodhpur is all about grand forts, folklore, valour and romance. Founded by Suryavanshi Rao Jodha, the city has been the erstwhile capital of Marwar and an important trade and commerce... -
The Charismatic Mysore: A City of Glorious Past
Posted on December 10, 2012 | No CommentsMysore, Karnataka is one of those places which continues to be bathed in the glories of its past. A past made up of stately temples, enticing folklore, legendary kings, queens... -
Discover Kota
Posted on November 20, 2012 | No CommentsKota, previously known as Kotah, is a prominent city if Rajasthan. It is an emerging industrial epicentre situated on the banks of River Chambal. Kota is still a largely unexplored... -
Top 5 Museums in Rajasthan
Posted on September 15, 2012 | No CommentsThe state of Rajasthan is nothing short of grand. Everywhere you look, you will find a piece of history staring back at you. The beautiful temples which are strikingly devotional,... -
The Unique Pondicherry Experience
Posted on September 10, 2012 | No CommentsFar away from the din of the busy city life is a place where you can take a welcome break and be engrossed in the serenity of the endless stretches... -
Explore Jaisalmer
Posted on July 9, 2012 | No CommentsThe city of Jaisalmer represents the magic and vibrancy of the great Thar Desert. Along with the vast desert, the beautiful havelis and daunting Jaisalmer Fort draws thousands of tourists... -
Discover Andhra Pradesh
Posted on July 3, 2012 | No CommentsAndhra Pradesh is a tourist’s ultimate delight and has much to offer – from amazing beaches to serene lakes, dense forests to dynastic forts, delectable seafood to rich biryani, monuments... -
Five Monuments in Rajasthan up for World Heritage Status
Posted on June 30, 2012 | No CommentsMonuments are a defining aspect of Rajasthani culture, heritage and architecture; and for that matter everything Rajasthan. These majestic structures bestow such an unparalleled grandeur to the state that they... -
Kanyakumari: The Tip of Mainland India
Posted on June 21, 2012 | No CommentsKanyakumari, the town which marks the end of the geographical mainland of the Indian peninsula is indeed exotic. Also known as Cape Comorin, the place is filled with truly wonderful... -
Explore Alwar
Posted on May 27, 2012 | No CommentsThe ancient city of Mewat, now known as Alwar, has played a significant role in the history of North India. The significance of this small Rajput state was immense can... -
The Architecture of Rajasthan: Grand, Awe-Inspiring and Unique
Posted on May 18, 2012 | No CommentsRajasthan is indeed the most colourful state in India. It has a unique architecture and is renowned for it all over the world. The architecture of Rajasthan is mainly based... -
Mana Ranakpur in Indian Architect and Builder, Feb 2012!
Posted on April 27, 2012 | 1 CommentRecently, Mana Ranakpur and Architecture Discipline, the firm responsible for designing and creating the magnificent resort in Ranakpur, Rajasthan, were in the limelight, having been covered in the February 2012... -
Discover Gujarat
Posted on April 15, 2012 | No CommentsOf all the tourist places in India, Gujarat is indeed amongst the most enchanting. The entire length and breadth of the state is speckled with tourist destinations which suit travellers... -
Discover Punjab!
Posted on March 27, 2012 | No CommentsPunjab is a historic land with exquisite monuments, natural beauty, religious sites and fertile greenery. A drive through the state will showcase endless stretches of mustard fields on both sides... -
A Weekend in Southern Rajasthan
Posted on March 12, 2012 | No CommentsIn India, when you think of tourism, Rajasthan is the first word which strikes the mind. Rajasthan is the most colourful state in India and its grandeur markedly stands apart.... -
Lonely Planet’s Video on Rajasthan
Posted on March 9, 2012 | No CommentsCovering the best that Rajasthan has to offer, Lonely Planet’s video on the state is informative and enticing, capturing all the nuances of the Land of Kings. Have a look!... -
Mana @ Ranakpur in Travel X Magazine!
Posted on March 3, 2012 | No CommentsMana Hotels is beginning to get its dues, an example of which is the flattering coverage it received for its property at Ranakpur. Mana @ Ranakpur was written about in... -
The Incredible ‘Incredible India’ video!
Posted on February 15, 2012 | No CommentsWe stumbled upon this beautifully made video that thrills and excites every true traveller’s heart, giving a sneak peak into some of treasures that India has to offer. Despite the... -
Tourist Places in Ranakpur
Posted on January 30, 2012 | No CommentsNinety kilometres from Udaipur, along the Udaipur – Jodhpur highway sits Ranakpur, one of the 5 major holy centres for the Jain community in India. The small village is cosy... -
Discover Karnataka
Posted on January 15, 2012 | No CommentsThe peninsular state of Karnataka is one of the larger and older Indian states. Its size results in varied geographic conditions and its elaborate history in a deep rooted sense... -
Ghanerao Royal Castle – By Nishank Verma
Posted on January 6, 2012 | No CommentsNavigating through a mesh of narrow twists and turns in the silent, dusty Rajasthani village of Ghanerao, I finally reached the gates of the most important building in the village.... -
Cultural Tourism in Rajasthan
Posted on December 27, 2011 | No CommentsIt’s pretty obvious that cultural tourism refers to people travelling to witness a new culture. The broad term of culture in this context can be simply defined as the lifestyle... -
Visit the Ancient Sun Temple in Ranakpur, Rajasthan
Posted on October 23, 2011 | No CommentsThe sun god is an ancient and revered deity in India. Known as Surya or Aditya, vedic scriptures refer to the sun as a storehouse of inexhaustible power and radiance,... -
Discover Himachal Pradesh
Posted on October 22, 2011 | No CommentsAbundant with natural beauty, Himachal Pradesh is one of the Northern most states of India. The region holds great significance historically, culturally and religiously as civilization here dates back to... -
Top Religious Destinations in India
Posted on October 21, 2011 | No CommentsReligion has played an integral role in India’s history and culture. In fact, India has been the birth place of some of the major religious traditions in the world, namely,... -
Review: Shiv Niwas Palace, Udaipur
Posted on October 7, 2011 | No CommentsOne of the finest properties in Udaipur, the Shiv Niwas Palace is a crescent shaped palace which was built in the early 20th century during the reign of Maharana Fateh... -
A Trip to the Ranakpur Jain Temple – by Nishank Verma
Posted on September 12, 2011 | No CommentsThe Ranakpur Jain Temple is perhaps the most massive Jain temple in India, with the compound sprawled across 40,000 square feet. Within this huge complex lie three temples, but the... -
Top 5 Free Things to Do in India
Posted on August 20, 2011 | No CommentsEnjoy Religious Festivities – All religious festivals in India are celebrated with much pomp and show. Interestingly in many situations, the celebrations are such that they can be enjoyed by... -
Review: Jag Mandir Island Palace Hotel, Udaipur
Posted on August 9, 2011 | 1 CommentIn 1551, Maharana Amar Singh of Mewar began constructing an island palace in the midst of the beautiful Lake Pichola in Udaipur. It took two of his successors, Maharana... -
Ranakpur Jain Temple – A ‘Wonder’ of India
Posted on August 6, 2011 | 2 CommentsIn 2008 – 2009, the Ministry of Tourism of the Government of India along with premier news channel NDTV did a nationwide survey of the 7 wonders of India. Amongst... -
Top 10 Heritage Hotels in Rajasthan
Posted on July 28, 2011 | 1 CommentThe erstwhile princely states, the grandiose traditions of elegant royal families, the legends of valiant wars, and the physical remnants of a society based on noble chivalry – all play... -
The Intricacies of Jain Architechture
Posted on June 19, 2011 | No CommentsJainism is an ancient religion that has, over the centuries, had a great impact on Indian culture. As a religion, it has a great following; larger than what... -
The Best Mughal Monuments of India
Posted on June 18, 2011 | 1 CommentThe one thing India has no shortage of is history. As one of the oldest civilisations on the planet, modern India surges forward with taking with it the physical, cultural... -
Discover Madhya Pradesh – The Heart of India
Posted on June 3, 2011 | No CommentsRight in the centre of India sits Madhya Pradesh, a beautiful state with a rich culture, splendid natural beauty and numerous historical sites that attract swarms of tourists. Most of... -
Hampi – Did Anyone Say Ancient? : By Sanibh Aryan
Posted on April 6, 2011 | No CommentsHampi is a short journey from Bengaluru. It takes 7 hours by bus and 10 by train… but train journeys are just so much more fun. The one thing that... -
The Spirit of Bhoganandiswara Temple: A Road Trip from Bangalore – By Sanibh Aryan
Posted on March 15, 2011 | No CommentsFor all those fed up with Bangalore’s traffic and noise, there are places in and around that provide the peace you wish for on weekends.One of them is a temple... -
Jama Masjid – An Architectural and Cultural Marvel by Nishank Verma
Posted on March 4, 2011 | No CommentsThe largest mosque in India: – the Jama Masjid is truly a marvelous wonder. Located in Shahjahanabad, the walled city of the Mughals, the Jama Masjid sits right across the...
