Travel Diary of A Wandering Mind
The colorful decorations in the monasteries in Bhutan make great subjects for photography. Here are some colorful detailing from Kichu Monastery in Paro.
Published in response to The Daily Post Photo Challenge: Details.
P.S: This is my second entry for this week’s challenge. Here is the first post on Details.
This week’s photo challenge topic ‘details’ instantly reminded me of the delicate stone detailing in the palaces in Rajasthan. This one is from a palace in Jaisalmer Fort.
Now, take a closer look.
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P.S: This is my first entry for this week’s challenge. Here is the second post on Details.
Boston is known for its diverse tourist attractions. Excellent connectivity with its neighboring cities, Cambridge and Brookline, via mass transit and road networks and a plethora of upscale hotels in Boston make it a popular tourist hub in New England. With an array of museums, art galleries, historical sites, nature parks, and waterfront recreational opportunities, Boston easily makes it to the list of top ten tourist destinations in the USA.
Located at South End, Hampton Inn & Suites Boston Crosstown Center is only a few minutes from the downtown and Back Bay. The hotel runs complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport, downtown and other main business and entertainment districts of the city. Non-smoking guest rooms are furnished with luxurious beds, high-definition TVs, high-speed internet, and work desks. Staying at this South End hotel lets you explore this historic district’s Victorian brownstone neighborhoods at your own pace for an offbeat travel experience.
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Located in Boston’s entertainment district, Kenmore Square, Hotel Commonwealth allows quick access to Boston’s nightlife and Fenway Park. The hotel’s chic, contemporary interior is designed to match the standard of upscale urban lifestyle in Boston. The hotel’s on-site restaurants are famous for their flavorful culinary delights. An array of room amenities includes a tab with the hotel’s apps installed in it. King-size beds, writing desks, comfortable sitting areas, smart TVs, refrigerators, and spacious bathroom with bathrobe and premium toiletries are there to ensure your comfort and convenience.
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A few minutes’ walk from Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market, The Bostonian Boston is located in the bustling financial district of Boston. Many of the downtown Boston attractions, including New England Aquarium and Boston Harbor, are within walking distance from this hotel. With luxurious queen beds, cushioned chairs, sofas, safes, marbled bathrooms, and private balconies, the hotel’s AAA Diamond rated rooms offer luxurious resort for tired travelers. Room service, babysitting, and dry cleaning services are available for added comfort and convenience.
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A short drive from downtown Boston across the Charles River, Boston Marriott Cambridge awaits you at Kendall Square, Cambridge with luxurious rooms and a range of amenities tailored for leisure and business travelers. Air-conditioned, non-smoking rooms feature designer bedding sets, telephone, Wi-Fi, flat-panel TVs, work desks with ergonomic chairs, coffee makers, and room service. The hotel’s fitness center is open all day. Other amenities include an indoor pool and sauna. Boston Marriott Cambridge’s strategic location allows easy access to outdoor recreational activities along the river.
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Courtyard Boston Cambridge is one of the few hotels that allow quick access to downtown Boston yet keeps out the commotion of the big cities. The hotel offers luxurious accommodations on the bank of Charles River. Only 7.3 miles from Boston Logan International Airport, Courtyard Boston Cambridge is located in the academic district of Cambridge with MIT and Harvard Business School within walking distance. The guest rooms come with luxurious bedding, 40-inch HDTV, Wi-Fi, writing desks with ergonomic chairs, small refrigerators, and coffee makers. Other amenities include on-site dining, heated indoor pool, hot tub, fitness center, and a rooftop garden for relaxation.
Sattal, one of the several beautiful lakes in Kumaon, was a part of our sightseeing tour in Nainital. Sattal is a combination of three lakes connected together naturally. Apart from boating facility there is one more attraction. It offers a small trek to a church on top of the hill on the other side of the lake.
While trekking along the steep, shadowy walking trail I looked upwards to see the towering pines and other coniferous trees creating a nice canopy over my head.
Published in response to The Daily Post Photo Challenge: Look Up.
P.S: This is my second entry for this week’s challenge. Here is the first post on Look Up.
Jaipur City Palace is an amazing place. The moment I entered the palace premises I was blown away by the imposing pink sandstone architecture and the intricate carvings on the walls and columns. After some time I got busy in exploring the palace and taking photographs.
I was walking around the courtyard, looking and admiring the architectural beauty. Suddenly, a fluttering sound made me look up to the sky. A flock of pigeons were flying above. And that’s when I noticed the beautiful Clock Tower of Jaipur.
Published in response to The Daily Post Photo Challenge: Look Up.
P.S: This is my first entry for this week’s challenge. Here is the second post on Look Up.
A vacation in Washington means loads of adventure and outdoor fun. The spectacular river gorges, scenic mountains, fertile national parks, and picturesque coastal towns are ideal destinations for nature lovers. Moreover, there are boutique hotels and resorts, which can serve as a perfect base for exploring various scenic areas in the state.
Only a 45-minute drive from Portland, Oregon, Skamania Lodge – Destination Hotels & Resorts awaits you with modern amenities right in the middle of Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area in Stevenson, Washington. Guests can enjoy uninterrupted views of the river and the Cascade Mountains from the hotel rooms. Nestled in the wood of Douglas firs, Skamania Lodge’s newly built tree houses promise an exceptional living experience for solitude seekers. Your stay at the resort entails access to hiking trails and a range of outdoor recreation opportunities including golf, tennis, basketball, volleyball, zip line tours, and excursions into the wilderness of the Cascade Mountains.
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Located in the University District of Seattle, Watertown Hotel – A Piece of Pineapple Hospitality welcomes tourists and their pets. Keeping with the vibrant urban culture of the U District, Watertown Hotel offers studio rooms with stylish interiors, king beds, bathrobes, slippers, flat-panel TVs with premium channels, Wi-Fi, microwaves, coffee makers, and refrigerators for modern living. Enjoy complimentary shuttle service to downtown and nearby attractions. Complimentary bicycles are also available for guests.
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If you’re looking for a peaceful retreat, Cave B Inn is the place. The resort’s well-appointed cavern rooms exude a rustic charm, while private balconies overlook the estate’s vineyards and the Columbia River. Rooms feature plush beds, satellite televisions, work desks, and private bathrooms with separate showers and bathtubs. Explore the resort’s wine country and gardens on bicycles, available to guests for free. After a busy day, soak in the outdoor pool while enjoying the view of the river gorge, or rejuvenate your senses with the resort’s signature spa treatments.
Situated by Lake Washington, this Kirkland hotel is hardly 10 miles from Seattle. Due to its strategic location at Carillon Point, business travelers may find this hotel convenient. With amenities like kayaks, boats, Jet Skis, and watersports equipment rentals, you’ll have ample opportunity to enjoy your favorite waterfront activities at Woodmark Hotel and Still Spa. Pet-friendly accommodations come with luxurious beds and furnishings, LCD televisions with movies on demand, bathrobes, minibars, work desks, and free access to fitness facilities.
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With live music, fine dining and casino games, the Emerald Queen Hotel & Casino in Fife aims to provide unlimited entertainment. In your room, watch movies on a 42-inch TV, or use the high-speed internet connection to carry out business transactions. If you want something more than casinos and gaming, Fife Square and other attractions such as the Museum of Glass, LeMay Car Museum, Point Defiance Park, Pacific Bonsai Museum, and Wild Waves & Enchanted Village are easily accessible from the hotel.
“How much?” I asked the stall guy.
“Rs 20 only,” he replied.
I was at a street food stall, enjoying Sambhar Vada. Rs 20 was nothing compared to the taste of Sambhar Vada he served. So, what could I do? I ate one more. 😉
Anyway, Jodhpur is famous for its heritage and forts.
You might have heard about the famous Mehrangarh Fort of Jodhpur. If you have not, all you have to do is to read this article about more than 25 places to visit in Jodhpur.
Other than forts, Jodhpur food is famous. Ker-Sangari Sabji is one of those famous vegetable dishes.
In this article, I will talk about the places to eat in Jodhpur when you are on a budget. This is a topic that will help travelers. I will give exact details so that you will know what might cost at a specific food store.
Some of these are street food stalls while others are considered restaurants on their own. Some of these stalls open as early as 7am and as late as 11pm. They offer cheap and tasty food, hence totally recommended for travelers who are on a budget. What I am listing is all veg food, apologies to non-veggies. 😉
It is a group of small stalls serving Dosa, chow mein, sandwich, Pav Bhaji, pizza, burger, Idli and Sambhar Vada.
Near to Ramdev Dosa Corner are two stalls of sugarcane juice (Ganne ka Juice), one shop of ice cream and cold drinks and Mahalaxmi Sweet Corner.
All the food items at Ramdev Dosa Corner cost between Rs 20 and Rs 40. It is so cheap that you won’t want to ask for discounts. 😉
Sugarcane juice costs Rs 10 and Rs 20 for small and large glasses.
Ice cream price starts from Rs 10. It depends on the type of ice cream you choose. Cold drink rates are MRP rates.
Talking about sweets, Mahalaxmi Sweet Corner has various types of sweets and Namkeen (salty snacks). Namkeen cost between Rs 15 and Rs 20. A variety of sweets is offered at different prices.
Overall, if you have Rs 200 in your pocket, you can feed your appetite with everything you want.
Address: Near Bhaskar Circle, Ratanada, Jodhpur
This is also a group of small stalls. Being on C-Road of Sardarpura, there are always ten to twenty people enjoying their food here.
Rakesh Dosa Corner serves Dosa, Sambhar Idli , and Sambhar Vada. Sambhar Vada of Rakesh Dosa Corner was what I was talking about at the start of this post. The food items here cost between Rs 20 and Rs 30. By the way, Sambhar Vada costs Rs 20 only.
There is Baba Ramdev Soda stall in this group. He serves soda of different flavors. The price ranges Rs 15-20 per glass, depending on the flavor.
Then, there is Prabhu Chaat Bhandar. Chaat costs Rs 20. It is tasty.
There are two Kadhi Kachori stalls in this group:
First is ‘Chamunda Ma Ajmer ki Kadhi Kachori’. It costs Rs 20 a plate.
The second one is ‘Ajmer ki Kadhi Kachori’. It costs Rs 20 for a normal Kadhi Kachori and Rs 30 if you mix Palak Vada with it. The second option is tastier. 🙂
In front of Rakesh Dosa Corner (on the other side of the road), there is a coconut juice stall that serves juice of fresh green coconuts. Coconut juice is refreshing in the hot weather of Rajasthan. It costs Rs 30 for one coconut.
So, if you have Rs 150, you are good to go. Most of the time you won’t be able to eat more than four items here.
It is very cheap considering the expensive hotels where a single dish costs minimum Rs 150.
Address: Near Oswal Hostel, C Road, Sardarpura, Jodhpur
No, it is not the name of the shop. It is a circle with a park. Located at the center of Shastri Nagar, the park attracts people. So here you will find a variety of food stalls.
You can also visit the park. The entry fee is Rs 5 per person. Entry is free on every Tuesday.
So, here are some shops that you could try.
Shree Sai Juice Corner, Bharat Dairy (Amul + Vadilal Ice Creams), Aunty’s Pizza Restaurant, Tea & Coffee Shops, Shree Arora Namkeen, Ashok Chaat Bhandar, Royal Restaurant & Fast Food, Vada Pav, Gol Gappa (Pani Puri) and so on.
Depending on your choice of food, it may cost Rs 300 per person here. Since you’ll have a lot of choices, you won’t be able to taste everything at once. I know because I have tried, but after 4-5 items, I always get full and couldn’t eat further.
Address: Shastri Nagar, Jodhpur
It is a good shop, which I found recently. It is right in front of JNVU Old Campus. It is more of a Namkeen and sweet shop.
But what I liked here were Dahi Vada, Kadhi Kachori, and Dahi Palak. It also has a sugarcane juice stall along.
Kadhi Kachori costs Rs 20. Dahi Palak and Dahi Vada cost Rs 25 each.
Namkeen cost Rs 15-20, and Rs 1 for each bread you take (optional). Sugarcane juice costs Rs 10 per glass.
1 Namkeen + 2 Breads = Awesome Food 😉
Address: In front of JNVU old Campus, Ratanada, Jodhpur
Dal Bati is the signature food of Rajasthan. It is so much popular that there are many shops in Jodhpur that serves only Dal Bati.
Bhawani Dal Bati is one of those Dal Bati specialists. They serve tasty Dal Bati and the price is cheap.
They serve Dal Bati (many varieties), Desi Ghee, chopped onions, Choorma (sweet), Mirchi Koota, Chatni, and more.
The interesting thing about this place is that it looks like basic Dhaba but the Dal Bati tastes awesome.
Ghee is on a payable basis. So if you like more you can have more of it. Choorma is also optional. For one person it will cost Rs 100. Since it is a basic Dhaba, you may find it too hot inside during the day.
Address: Near Shanishcharji ka Than, Opposite IDBI Bank, Chopasani Road, Jodhpur
Here are some tips for my fellow travelers:
There you go a list of places to eat in Jodhpur on a budget. It should give you an idea that there is much more to Jodhpur food than expensive restaurants.
At these places, you will find many locals as well as tourists. You might make friends, go on a city tour together, and they might know some places to chill.
When you have finished your Jodhpur tour, you might head to Jaipur, Jaisalmer or Ajmer.
Bookmark this page, so that you find it when you need it. I know this list will amaze you when you actually visit these places. Keep eating!
Namaste,
Pankaj Solanki
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About the author:
This is an article by Pankaj Solanki, a young guy from Jodhpur. When he is free, he can be seen running and eating street food. Reach him via twitter at @imPankajSolanki.
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