Mehrangarh Fort Day Trip and late night On The Rocks

Dinesh — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 10:30:55 +0000

We headed out to Mehrangarh fort in one rickshaw all five of us a bit sore after the bumpy ride. Note to self: Next time get two ricks! The fort is stunning! It has that magical feel about it that has to be seen to be believed. And we were in a bit of luck too to make the trip more memorable. There was a full on Bollywood movie shoot with Salman and Sohail Khan happeing out there.

They were shooting a period piece called “Veer” and they had all the extras dressed up as warriors on horseback etc… Quite the sight. Unfortunately didnt get any pics of the actors as they wouldn’t allow it

We finally ended up at night at one of the pubs listed on the Lonely Planet called “On The Rocks” which literally was a rock and cave stlyed pub and nightclub. Walking in, I immediately felt like the token Indian since everyone around me were foreign tourists! Guess birds of a feather … Have to say an interesting place with very questionable taste in music… The Final Countdown, need I say more!

Thats it for now, will report back later from the road.

On to Jodhpur

Dinesh — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 02:50:25 +0000

The overnight to jodhpur in 3rd class was an interesting experience. With the a/c at fullblast it was a symphony of sniffles, coughs and the occasional throat clearing which adds that unique Indian flavour:)

The hostel Is quite beautiful and mrs. Bhatti who strangely has a western accent was vey hospitable and gave us a quick check in.

On to breakfast now, will report back later.

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Mehrangarh Fort Day Trip and late night On The Rocks

On to Jodhpur