Chokhi 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.
It is spread over 10 acres of beautifully landscaped area for a rustic look, and is dotted with machaans & platforms where different folk artists perform concurrently. A village fair is created every evening as an ongoing celebration of the rich & vibrant cultural heritage of Rajasthan.
The display of traditional huts and workmanship transports you back in time with live dance and music performance all through the evenings. The magic show, the puppet show, acrobatics on a bamboo, the astrologer, the fortune teller parrot all leave the visitors spellbound.
The Chokhi Dhani Village also has a photo studio with traditional look, a national art and craft market, a museum and many more places showing rajasthani village culture, villagers’ lifestyle with a dining hall, renowned for the mouth watering and typical Rajasthani food.
You can ride a camel, a horse drawn Tonga or an elephant and have a round of whole village in style, savoring the sights and sounds at a leisurely pace. Chokhi Dhani has its own beautiful village Lake “Tal Talaiya” where one can enjoy boating. There is a Museum for display of old locks, arms and utensils give you a glimpse of an age gone by.
Chokhi Dhani – Ethnic Village Resort
12 Miles, Tonk Road, Via Vatika, Jaipur – 303 905, INDIA
Tel: +91-141-277 0555, 277 0556
Fax: +91-141-277 0558
E-mail: info@chokhidhani.com