Archive for the ‘Cultural Holidays’ Category

Christmas Markets in Germany

Wednesday, December 16th, 2009

The Advent Markets of Central Europe are a well established seasonal attraction drawing locals a well as visitors from across the world to visit their stalls, enjoy their ambience and snack on traditional winter dishes. One such market is in Bavaria, south of Germany where the tradition of Advent markets is long established. Munich, Augsberg, Nuremberg also boasts of many such markets in their public squares. People throng to buy gifts such as handcrafted candles, and wooden children’s toys. (more…)

Chokhi Dhani: Simulation of a Rajasthani Village

Tuesday, December 15th, 2009

Chokhi DhaniChokhi Dhani Village, located around 18 km from Jaipur is a simulation of a Rajasthani Village. It was started in 1989 as part of ambiance for a restaurant and over the years it has evolved as a tasteful and authentic symbol of ethnic village life of Rajasthan. (more…)

Jaisalmer: The Golden City

Tuesday, November 24th, 2009

Jaisalmer also called the “The Golden City” is a town in Rajasthan, India which stands on a ridge of yellowish sandstone, crowned by a fort.  Jaisalmer lies in the heart of the Thar Desert and is one of Rajasthan’s most exotic and unusual towns. (more…)

Dilli Haat: The Indian Experience in a Microcosm

Thursday, November 19th, 2009

Dilli Haat is a joint collaboration between the New Delhi Municipal Corporation and the Delhi Tourism and Transportation Department, for promoting Indian handicrafts industry and Indian cuisine. It’s a shopper’s paradise, located in the heart of Delhi, near the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, on Sri Aurobindo Marg, and offers a kaleidoscopic view of the richness and diversity of Indian handicrafts and artifacts. (more…)