For a lot of travelers in India, New Delhi is the capital of everything that they need to get away from as quickly as possible. Nevertheless, the town has some wonderful secrets that I would like to share with you.

New Delhi's hidden corners

In the local dialect, "Apani Dhani" means "Our Hamlet", an affectionate name given to the place by Ramesh C. Jangid, founder of the ecolodge and a pioneer of a form of militant tourism in India, especially in Rajasthan and his own native region of Nawalgarh.  

Get off the beaten track in India with a stay at Apani Dhani Ecolodge

Delhi is a huge melting pot, divided into two towns - the historic Old Delhi and the actual capital city, New Delhi.

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A country with the size of a continent, India fascinates and will always leave you wanting more. From the intensity of the tropical beaches to the salty lakes of the Himalayas, via the ice deserts of Ladakh or temples of the Maharadjahs of Rajastan, the list of majestic places could go on eternally. Travelling in India is a concentration of unique experiences, whether through its incomparable landscapes, its vibrant cities or unexpected encounters. And there is also the beauty of life, with its exceptional tones and colours. The omnipresent music, from the bells on the women’s feet to the litanies escaping from the temples; the sparkling colours of the saris and bright colours of the turbans. An unequalled energy, bright and frank glances, coupled with hearty and generous smiles. Would you like to travel to India, off the beaten tracks, where you long to find calm and pleasure? Don’t look any further! With Evaneos Travel, you create the holiday that suits you. You will discover the foothills of the Tibetan Himalayas during a road trip on a motorbike, or you could let yourself be bewitched by the charms of Rajasthan or the Taj Mahal in complete luxury. All different types of holidays in India are but a few clicks away.

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The fortified city of Bikaner is located at the heart of the Rajasthan Desert on the Jaisalmer Road.

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Jodhpur is the second largest city in Rajasthan. Known as the "Blue City", it gets its nickname from the color of most of its houses.

Jodhpur

Mount Abu, which sits at the end of the Aravalli Range in Rajasthan, is an important Jain pilgrimage site.

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In my imagination, Mount Abu was just a hill overlooking the Rajasthan desert. With nothing to do. It is a quiet and charming town that sits at 1,200 meters above sea level on the edge of a beautiful lake. It's a good thing that I came here during my <a href="/india/">trip to India</a> to get rid of this misconception. Coming to Mount Abu is most interesting for the hiking. First, I recommend going around Lake Nakki before climbing the steps up to Adhar Devi Temple. While up there, I had the chance to attend a wonderful ceremony. Couples of all ages were blessed by priests who recited prayers. The ground was covered with offerings. The faithful were all sitting facing the altar. There were even musicians. It was an excellent living painting. The sights, the smells, the sounds...my senses were delighted. The saris were striking, and the faces beautiful. While I was taking pictures of the joined hands and smiles, I captured the sight of a young woman through my camera's lens. She was resplendent in her red sari. True natural beauty. It's one of the most beautiful pictures from my trip. Another place, another atmosphere. The Delwara Temple guards assert military security. They are quite unpleasant, as they bark orders rather than make requests. Take off your shoes! Don't sit! Get in line! You enter when we tell you to enter! Everyone takes a beating. So there shall be a verbena infusion for all of these men. Once inside the temple, we were automatically met by a guide and put in groups of fifty. I blended in to the crowd and discreetly dodged the organized tour. I was able to enjoy this beautiful Jain temple alone. It's one of the most beautiful in Rajasthan. The sculptures have such finesse and an almost surgical precision. In the evening, I recommend going up to Honey Moon Point to watch the sunset against the immense desert. After all, what is tranquility and romance for? To reflect! All the tourists come here, crowding themselves to see the view. I'm in love with Mount Abu!

A little hill station in Rajasthan, Mount Abu is right in the middle of stunning nature. There are plenty of hikes where you'll encounter wildlife or discover some amazing hidden temples.

At 1,200m high, on the edge of a lake, Mont Abu is a surprising place. It's been here, during my various <a href="/india/">tours of India</a>, that I've come across the highest number of middle class, Indian tourists. You'll think you're at an amusement park!
Even if I didn't find the site particularly beautiful, I did love watching the Indian families have fun on their pedal boats whilst eating candyfloss or seeing them being pushed around town in rickshaws.
Mount Abu is on the Gujarat - Rajasthan road and is a good stopover point as you travel between states.

Mount Abu, which sits at the end of the Aravalli Range in Rajasthan, is an important Jain pilgrimage site.

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