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Susanna Myrtle Lazarus

JANUARY 25, 2018 17:30 IST
UPDATED: JANUARY 26, 2018 16:32 IST

Taking a break from the approximately 380 sessions at Jaipur Lit Fest? Here are some
places to visit, shop, eat at and experience in the Pink City and its surrounding areas.

Read:
Love Jaipur

Seven years after she launched her first Love Jaipur, Rajasthan at JLF, Fiona Caulfield is
working on its fifth edition. It is to be launched early next year, and the Bengaluru-based
writer who specialises in travel guides for “discerning luxury vagabonds” says you can count

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on additions like “the Amrapali museum, Caffé Palladio, and the revitalised JKK”; Jawahar
Kala Kendra was relaunched earlier this year to host multi-genre exhibitions.

Stay:
28 Kothi
If Instagram-worthiness is a top factor when you're picking a place to stay on your travels,
book one of the five rooms here at once. Each is named after a jewel — Spinel has hot pink
interiors, while moonstone is white, peridot is teal and sapphire, blue. Located centrally, just
behind the Governor's house, the property features quirky decor to brighten up your friends'
timelines and wide lawns where one can request a candle-lit (vegetarian) dinner. At 28, Shivaji
Nagar, Civil Lines. Rooms start from Rs 7,000. Visit 28kothi.com for details. 7665834022

Eat:
Tapri Central

For your chaat fixation, head to this vibrant tea house that embodies a boho vibe. Tables are
hard to come by on the weekends, but it's worth the wait. Apart from the usual puchke and
vada pav that's available at all the mithai bhandars, try the dal pakwaan for a crisp and
satisfying snack.Try their wide selection of chais and herbal teas (the Kashmiri Kahwa is
exceptional) as well. Meal for two costs Rs 800. B4 E, 3rd Floor, C Scheme. 01412360245

Shop:
Hatwara Flea Market

If you're in the city over the weekend, stray beyond Bapu Bazaar for your shopping fix. Visit
this pop-up market that appears on Saturday mornings right next to the wholesale flower
market near the Chandi ki Taksal gate. Sort through the mundane to find treasures like
vintage advertisements, wooden home decor and beaded jewellery. 
The Stitching Project

This social enterprise is dedicated to creating fine textiles with the artisans who know it best,
while making sure that they are paid fairly for their work. The studio is located in Pushkar,
which is about two and a half hours away from Jaipur. Pick up totes, quilts, shrugs, tops and
more, made from locally sourced, eco-friendly material like unbleached cotton and upcycled
silk saris. From February 19 to March 4, 2018, founders Fiona Wright and Praveen Nayak
organise the Indian Inspiration Creative Camp, for an immersive craft experience that ends
right after Holi. They also conduct workshops on how to make patchwork wallets, block print

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experience, eco dye, Sujani embroidery and indigo and henna leaf vats. Alternately, customise
a creative camp experience. For details, visit the-stitching-project.com. 9982032755

 Vintage Car Rally

Nothing grabs attention on the roads like a well-maintained vintage car. The 20th edition of
the Vintage and Classic Cars Rally will take place on February 3 and 4, 2018, at the Taj Jai Mahal
Palace. From the first edition, where the show hosted about 14 cars, now you can see over 100
of these beauties, from a 1964 Ford Mustang and 1950 Jaguar XK 120 to a 1934 Rolls Royce and
1937 Mercedes 170 V. Follow the Rajputana Automotive Sports Car Club on Facebook for
updates.

 Jaypore Journeys 

Online retailer Jaypore, in collaboration with Breakaway, presents a curated journey amidst
the forts and printed fabrics of Jaipur. Learn all about Bagru printing from an award-winning
master craftsman, visit a traditional block maker and printer, visit the Anokhi Museum with
an expert guide and indulge in some retail therapy at places that other tourists might not have
heard of. Stay will be arranged at 47 Jobner Bagh, a luxury guest house in the heart of the city.
Write to journeys@jaypore.com for details.

Mita's Picks
Mita Kapur is the founder and CEO of Jaipur-based Siyahi, a literary consultancy. She also
conceptualises and produces literary festivals and events. 
Dress-  RASA

Manish and Madhulika Tibrewal run this charming boutique that features contemporary
hand block prints on both apparels and home decor. They also tailor on request, so pick up a
customised piece if you're in the city for a while. At S-55, Ashok Marg, C-Scheme. Open from
10.30 am to 7.30 pm. 7877444555

Leather - Kassa 
Lovers of leather goods must shop here. Run by Arpan Patel and Aarushi Kumar, their
collections feature fashion-forward and practical bags, accessories, jewellery, jackets and
shoes. They also have an eco-friendly line and bespoke options. At Narain Niwas Palace,
Rambagh. Open from 10 am to 7 pm. 9024613578

Jewellery - Umrao Jewels

Get your fine jewellery at this family-run jeweller, who specialises in handcrafted pieces. The
collections range from  from vintage Art Deco and Art Nouveau to Mughal heritage kundan

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and meena work. At "The Kanota", Narain Niwas Palace, Narain Singh Circle. 9929266600

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