To this day, Jaipur remains my favourite city in North India, perhaps because wandering its streets offers an authentic glimpse into a culture less diluted than that of the bustling metropolis of Delhi or the tourist-driven Agra.

Nestled just beside Jaipur’s City Palace, Jantar Mantar stands as a testament to a remarkable fusion of scientific curiosity and architectural ingenuity.

About a half-hour drive from Jaipur's city centre lies Galtaji, an ancient pilgrimage site that can lead you to the ultimate reality, if you seek it.

From ancient temples to sacred rivers, nowhere else have I encountered such a vibrant mosaic of religious diversity as in India.