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I also went there to see the Indian Army marching and to listen the highly patriotic melodies by the Army band. And as you are aware of the current Delhi's weather that it has turned awesomely cold, it added a slight twist to my experience. Few years back when I went to see the Parade Rehearsal, it was warm and bright but yesterday, it was pleasantly cold and little foggy. 

One thing I like about the place is wide open roads and all around is a 'premium feel' offices of the capital. The greenery is at its peak with a lots of colorful flowers around every border of the parks. Everything is so damn maintained there. So it feels good to roam around the area on foot with your camera ready to click.

I did click some pictures but mainly I clicked people. I saw some kids who were apparently more patriot than me and were nonchalantly observing things unlike me, as I was busy clicking pictures. But I enjoyed that too!

It seemed like The Republic Day came early!

I think I leave it here and I suggest you guys to go and see the Rehearsals  and the final one is going to held on 23rd of this month. Because I know it is quite tough to get a seat there on the Big day.

Before signing off, I assume that you all are aware about Republic Day. Here are some 'Fun Facts' for the readers regarding it. (Actually not quite funny but informative) 

• There are just two original copies of the Constitution in the country written in Hindi and English. They have been preserved in helium-filled cases in the Parliament of India. This constitution has been calligraphed and not printed. Such photo lithographic copies are in circulation and only 1000 copies have been written till date.
• The President addresses the Republic Day whereas; the Prime Minister addresses the Independence Day.
• The Constitution came into a legal circulation at 10:18 AM on the 26th of January, 1950.
• During The Beating Retreat, ‘Abide by Me’ is the song that is played to mark the end of the ceremony.

As I was telling you about the traditional living of our country can be seen in Jaisalmer, many people might not have seen it there. But every other street has some kind of "Haveli", all with a very popular style. They use a yellow colored stone which starts looking like Golden and that work over the stone peices!

The Jaisalmer fort also seems to be made of same stones. Ah, let me tell you one interesting thing about the fort. I imagined the fort, as I've seen many other forts, to be more of a preserved monument. I thought it'd be something we see in museums. But no, the fort holds together a considerable portion of city and people actually live into the fort!

This I found a little diverted from the living we have today. But that was something worth going seeing. All around are the shops selling stuff. I'd suggest that you do not get tempted by that stuff. Do compare the prices on several shops. (A friendly and experienced advice)

Before going there, I read over internet about various "Havelis" there. To be honest, if you care much about Indian architecture, then only you'd like it. I myself just had a look on them from outside. But they are beautiful!

Near to the fort, there's a lake and I've forgotten the name. It's peaceful and of my taste. I sat along the bank for few hours. One thing I want to strongly recommend is "Do carry Shades". It's very bright in the areas like Jaisalmer. When I was near the lake, I couldn't even open my eyes fully!

I spent my half of the day walking across the streets of Jaislmer. The streets give you a kind of "village feel" which nowadays is rare. But it was nothing new to me. In my hometown, the same kind of streets are all around. And even with more cow-dunk! (haha)

On 3 PM, we left for the Sam Sand dunes, as per the timings given by the hotel manager. You are supposed to book a package when you come to the city. The prices vary a great deal and it's difficult to know whom to trust. Just see your budget and get it booked.  

The sunset, as it's famous for, is awesomely beautiful. The only thing I didn't like were a lot of people. I mean, it's desert and there cannot be as many people! Right?

I want to share more about how was the cultural dance, camp and other things there. But I think sun has set and it's time to go. Let us not spoil the calmness of sunset!

That was Jaisalmer.

Well, if you check on internet about "things to do" in Jodhpur, you might get only few things and that too to see. But once you get there, you have a lot many options. Right from the point you deboard your train, you can hire a bike. I myself didn't hire a bike as I was unaware of the availability of this service. 

So now you have got a bike and you can ride away wherever you like. As I have told that I didn't take any ride for hire. So, you know, a bike and a lots of roads and one needs nothing more than that.

And yeah, apart from the awesome biking experience (which apparently feels like riding in California) there's a big royal palace of the royal family of Jodhpur. The palace is called "Umaid Palace". The things which make this palace worth visiting are firstly its location. It is located on some hilly location from where the city view can be observed.


These hills are not what we see in hill stations but they are different. I don't know why but I felt connected to the place while I was there. And second thing about the palace is that it is constructed with lock mechanism. This means that the whole palace can be taken to any other location with just dismantling the palace. I don't know if you were interested in the architecture.

Now people like me might not find this palace to be awesome. Guys, just go and have a look on Vintage car collection of the Royal family. It's definitely worth the Rs.30 of your ticket. (For foreigners, it's Rs.100).

People like me never like the construction which has been done very recently. I mean, history is meant to be old!



Simply head towards the fort. Anything like lock mechanism of vintage car collection gets fade before the high walls of the fort. I could easily imagine the terror in the attacking soldiers!

This fort charges some nominal charges for entry into museum and the cameras. A local said that this fort is also the property of the family who lives in the Umaid Palace. Well, a king should not charge tickets!

Having seen whole of the fort, you will be little tired as the fort is too damn big and every other turn leads to a slope. So you will be completely satisfied with the city. If you stamina allows, go back to your hotel and leave on foot, roaming around the local market.

Talk to the locals and enjoy their sweet Marwari!

And one thing I want to share is the handicraft shops. Firstly the prices are too hyped and secondly much of the stuff isn't even handicraft. So there's no point buying those "handcrafts" but if you have a fat budget, go for it.

I completed the city and its sight-seeing in one day. But if you really want to explore a city like Jodhpur, stay there for few couple of days.


And yes, I forget to tell you the one common attraction of foodies. There's a place near Railway Station called "Doodh Mandir" (Temple of milk). This place is famous for it "Kadahi wala doodh". This is the best thing I found in Jodhpur!

So this was about Jodhpur and you can surely find much more than this. Just keep your explorer eye open!

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