Bibi Russell to showcase Khadi collection in Delhi

Bangladeshi designer Bibi Russell who recently opened a showroom in the state-run emporium – Rajasthali in Jaipur will now showcase Khadi collection at the seventh season of India Runway Week Winter Festive 2016 in Delhi. The event will take place from September 16-18 where Bibi Russell will be showcasing hand-woven fabric with a contemporary touch.

Russell went to London school of Fashion but still draws most of the inspiration from Asian women. She wants everyone to enjoy what they wear and designs in such a way that a teenager and adult can carry off the same clothes according to their style, as told by her to Jaipur Beat the last time she visited Jaipur.

Her collection at Delhi will be under the label Rajasthali by Bibi which will be brimming with colorful and designer clothes reflecting a completely new outlook.

 

 

 

21 places of Rajasthan to undergo air quality monitoring

With the rise in the population and development of the country, there have various environmental concerns pacing up. And to control these, various initiatives are being taken up like monitoring air quality on regular intervals.

Rajasthan is one such state that has already begun with it rather than waiting for the festival of lights Diwali. There are 21 places in the city that have been selected for the same.

Initially, air quality at six places each in Jaipur and Jodhpur and three places each in Alwar, Kota and Udaipur will be monitored. Each station will be monitored on 24-hour basis twice in a week. Various equipments have been procured for the same. Moreover, state department recently prohibited the burning of leaves and left-over straw after harvesting of crops in the entire state.

 

Foreigners with e-tourist visa may avail Indian Sim cards easily from end of September

There is a constant rise in tourism in India and Rajasthan being an important state both in terms of heritage and culture has been constantly attracting tourists.

While tourists show their interest in us, it is our paramount responsibility to take care of them. Hence, after several other steps taken for them, there is another thing which is going to make the stay even more convenient for International tourists. So, on World Tourism Day i.e. September 27, foreigners who visit India on e-tourist visas won’t have to go for as much formalities as earlier to attain Indian sim cards.

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State-owned telecom operator BSNL is going to provide this service to foreigners. The sim cards will be loaded with some free credit. Moreover, foreigners with an e-tourist visa will also be provided with maps, booklets with information about various destinations, and emergency contact numbers.

Jaipur to organise fourth edition of “Jaipur by Nite”

To add a spark to the night life of Jaipurites and its tourists, Pink City is holding the 4^th edition of “Jaipur by Nite”. With the carnival beginning on 16 and 17^th September, it will mark the beginning of first-of-its-kind night marathon this year.

With Diya Kumari its Brand Ambassador, the event promises to bring forth the rich heritage and culture of the state.

The first day of the event, i.e. 16^th September will have various musical performances by bands such as Euphoria which will be performing at Jaigarh Fort. With a blend Rajasthani music, Rajasthan Roots will be enchanting its audience with Rajasthani folk fusion. Other than these will be various other Rajasthani Troupe performances like Kachhi Ghodi, Shekhawati Chang Dhap, Bhope Bhopi and Dhol wale along with some fun events such as puppet show, magic show, parrot card reader and live paintings at night.

The next day will be dedicated to Marathon which will begin from Hotel Clarks Amer which will be divided into two categories of 10 km (for 14 years and above with timing chip) and 5 km (no age limit without timing chip).

This event will provide a chance to all the visitors across India to participate and get accustomed to the heritage and culture of Pink City at night.

Take a look at some of the pictures from previous Jaipur by Nite events.

Jaipur International Airport has Currency Exchange facility now

With the rise in foreign tourism in Jaipur, a need for foreign currency exchange counter was seen. And hence keeping in mind the convenience of travelers especially foreign travelers, Jaipur International Airport inaugurated a new foreign currency exchange counter at the arrival area of Terminal 2 which will have various other facilities such as currency notes, traveler’s cheques and multi-currency prepaid forex cards.

This foreign exchange counter is definitely going to bring relief to the foreign travelers where they can have easy access to local currency.

Two-day festivities on the occasion of Krishna Janmotsav in Bharatpur

On the occasion of Krishna Janmotsav (birth of Lord Krishna), two-day Kaman Festival is being organized in Bharatpur which began today. The festival started with ‘Shehnai Vadan’ at Shri Gokul Chandrama and Madan Mohan Mandir at 5 am. Followed by this are performances by various groups at 8pm.

On the second day i.e. tomorrow 26^th August, Nandotsav will be celebrated at Shri Gokul Chandrama and Madan Mohan Mandir at 9 am. It will be followed by a procession which will be starting from Shri Madan Mohan Mandir at 4 am. Artists will be showcasing their talents during this procession.

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At 5.30 pm tomorrow the procession will reach Kot Upar Stadium where Dadhi Dan Leeela, Matki Phod and various other programmes will take place. Accompanied by this will be the cultural performances by artists from various parts of the state like Kalbeliya dance (from Jaipur), Algoza and Chari Dance (from Tonk), Mayur Dance and Phoolon Ki Holi (From Deeg), Musical performances Bhapang (from Kaithvada).

Hope you have a wonderful time throughout the celebrations.

Happy Janmashtami! 🙂

Jaipur’s Nahargarh Fort to have Hot Air Balloon Safari from September 1

With the rise in tourism in Rajasthan, there have been various innovative things adopted by the officials. And in Jaipur’s Nahargarh Fort, IRCTC is going to provide a facility of Hot Air Balloon safari which will be at a height of 3500 ft so that the travellers can enjoy the panoramic view of the city from top. This facility is going to start from September 1, 2016. The keen travellers will be able to travel in it for 45-60 minutes.

Children from 5-12 years will be charged Rs 7,500 whereas others will be charged Rs 12,000 per person which includes picking and dropping off at their respective hotels.

For more information and registration for the same, visit www.irctctourism.com

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Enjoy Nature’s Wild At Ranthambhore!

A tiger Safari is on everyone’s wish list and Ranthambhore in Rajasthan is perhaps the most prominent destination for tiger spotting. But in real life not everyone is lucky enough. Most of the times when you go in search of a tiger at Ranthambhore National Park you often come away with disappointment. For travellers coming to Ranthambhore for 2-3 days and going for multiple safaris but not sighting a tiger is a real displeasure.

In winters it is not easy to wake up dutifully when it is dawn and get dressed in layers for a drive in an open jeep with cameras ready. Similarly, riding through the dhok trees on a hot summer afternoon finishing your water bottles even when you are half through makes it tough and that disappointment of not seeing the majestic beast makes it coarser. In monsoon most of the zones of National Park are already closed hence depriving travellers to visit Ranthambhore during this time of the year.

But don’t be disappointed as the beauty of this unique forest, the magnificence of colorful birds, the fun of spending quality time in nature with family and friends away from the gadgets are all too special. The refreshing expanses of blooming forests, azure skies, and fresh air amidst wild surroundings give your soul a soothing break.

Of course, the spectacle of seeing Tigress with cubs or capturing a mating scene or a kill sequence is altogether a different experience but don’t let your Wild life vacations focused on these pleasures only.

Trips to jungle make you learn to recognize mating calls, alert calls and identifying footprints. Get into the conversation with your guide who will share so many jungle stories including some gruesome attacks by the tigers. You will get to see ample photographers with all photographic gears.

Moreover, one can take a walk over the crumbling ruins of an ancient fort of Ranthambhore,or opt for a village safari to have an insight into the life of local villagers. One can also visit Dastakar to find how the local artisans are keeping alive the traditional art forms and taking them to international market.

 

Ranthambhore offers luxury hotels, boutique hotels and budget hotels for all types of travellers.

Where to Stay

http://www.nahargarh.com/

http://www.ranthambhorekothi.com/

http://www.oberoihotels.com/hotels-in-ranthambhore-vanyavilas-resort/

http://sujanluxury.com/sher-bagh/ 

http://www.thepugmarkresort.com/

http://www.tigerdenresort.com/

 

Bikaner gets it’s Railway Station walls painted in floral textures

Drawing inspiration from Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan, various railway stations of Rajasthan have undergone drastic makeovers. The walls are painted keeping along the themes of various cities like Jaipur’s Gandhinagar Station getting Rajasthani puppets, Udaipur in its Nathdwara art painted on the respective stations and coaches. And now there is Bikaner taking inspiration from the floral prints of Badal Mahal.

All these initiatives have helped local residents to connect themselves with the traditions of their city on a better level and the visitors will get a chance to get acquainted with the traditions and cultures of Rajasthan. This will in fact attract tourism and will spread awareness among localites to maintain cleanliness around this newly painted station.

A tribute to the legendary Tigress of Ranthambhore- Machali!

Ranthambore amongst all its emerald greens had a treasure hidden in its lap. This was a famous tigress called Machali. She was called Machali because of the fish like formation near her left eye. She wasn’t just the queen of the Jungle but was also a queen of many hearts. But on 18^th August, 2016, she breathed her last at the age of 20.

Her graceful “cat” walk, loud roar, beautifully striped body and her perfect palm marks made a lot of people drool over her. On World Photography Day, Jaipur Beat pays tribute to the World’s most photographed tigress, Machali.

This incredible creature was known by many names such as Queen of Ranthambore, Croc Slayer, and Lady of Lakes etc. She was beautiful and lived on her own terms. From visitors to photographers, she attracted everyone’s unflinching attention towards her. Lucky were those who were able to have a glance at her.

And now she is gone leaving everything behind, her green abode, her family and her admirers. Ranthambore of today owes everything to her.. Everything. and all we are left to say is that:

Machali you will be missed….always!!