Udaipur

As the first rays of dawn break through, they cast a golden glow on the tranquil waters, gently awakening the city from its nocturnal rest. Locals emerge from their homes, offering prayers to the shimmering surface of Lake Pichola, seeking solace and blessings. Stray dogs and wanderers tread the narrow lanes, sniffing out the remnants of the previous night’s festivities. As the sun ascends the sky, vibrant women with mischievous smiles appear, peddling colorful bangles and handmade trinkets to the curious tourists. Here, artisans weave threads of silk and gold into exquisite tapestries, their fingers dancing with skill and tradition. Do pause for a cup of chai at Jheel’s. As the afternoon sun warms the city, consider a visit to Third Space, a pit stop at Tapri is a must. Boatmen, with a flick of their oars, glide across the shimmering lake, guiding visitors on a serene voyage under the twilight sky. The palaces and temples, bathed in the soft glow of dusk, seem to whisper tales of a bygone era. 

-Nandini Jolly