Pushkar- A Travel Monologue

Walking the streets of Pushkar

When you go to Ajmer and not going to Pushkar is almost like a crime! So well, you have to go..no excuses of a day visit. Ajmer as it sounds is not to be visited in a day. You have places to see, things to do. Let me talk about Pushkar today though. A place that makes me want to stay there for a few days. It was in peak winters, December 2015, where I had to attend a cousin's wedding. The weather was absolutely amazing, coolness touching you cheeks and its not that windy anyway. As you read the ghats of Pushkar, you see a white skyscraper that makes you stand and gaze for a long time. Best part is the cafes surrounding the place where you can taste the local cuisine, LITHI COWKHI, DAL BHATI- flavours that will fill your mouth with more. A fantastico place to be really! You see the local folk Rajasthani songs played where you an just sit and listen for hours to the end. I did take a video. So here is a treat for your eyes. You can see me dancing as well.

You can see a lot of shops with handicrafts and silver jewellery tempting you on your way but you can strike a good bargain if you are good at it. And get a few pieces to carry home as a souvenir. The temples on the way are just a way too many so just visit the most important temple -THE BRAMHA TEMPLE which is just one in the world. If you know about the curse on BRAMHA- where he created the world, he also created woman. A woman who is supposed to be his daughter and she was so beautiful that he got tempted and wanted to marry her. Apparently Lord Shiva cursed him that he could never be worshipped because incest is the most sinful of all. A tale that I was told by a local there. The temple again, follows a path of so many shops that you would stop by. Also its so neat and clean that I was proud to be a Hindu that day. The Pandits didn't make a mess of the Mandir and wishes come true. So do wish for a better tolerant earth.

LITHI COWKHI

THE Guy who can sing and play!

Just kidding, ask something for yourself!

The drive from Ajmer is so worth going from. You will have an amazing time because be it with your partner or with your family. I had my parents over for two days and we did have an amazing family time together. Fortunately enough I have relatives in Ajmer so I plan to do some shopping next time. The silver is amazing and the designs are one of a kind. Do get them if you are there!

This blog post is inspired by the blogging marathon hosted on IndiBlogger for the launch of the #Fantastico Zica from Tata Motors. You can apply for a test drive of the hatchback Zica today.

Silver For A Fantastico Wardrobe

When you think about Jewellery, you know that you have so many choices. Somehow, one aspect of jewellery that I love is how I can just wear Silver and match it with anything and everything that I have in my closet.

So recently I bought this beautiful pair of earrings and I think it just gave my wardrobe a fantastico twist, be it with ripped jeans or with my kurti, it just adds to my statement.

I have found that India is amazing when it comes to varying in jewellery. It gave Gold a fair chance for a long time and with its rising prices, silver comes to the rescue because I admit that I am a crazy shopper when I want to match my outfit with everything. I have to co-ordinate pieces to look good. So here are a few pieces that I recommend you have to have in your jewellery box.

Necklace: 

 When you think about a versatile piece then a necklace with pictures makes you complete your outfit. And interestingly Krishna Mehta gives you some amazing pieces. Online is a great forum to pick up a few pieces. From pendants to coin necklaces, you just have so much to choose that you could go a little out of hand. But absolutely affordable, thats the good news. 

Statement Rings:

One ring says it all and when you have. And whether its cocktail or your best friend's wedding, you just need to put this one piece on and you are 'finger-ready' to wow!

Mattha Patti:

Who says only the bride could wear it? But of course you need to show that you can carry off the look, hence silver doesn't give you an overly decked up look. Just the subtle amount of chic that will make you the belle of the ball. 

Anklets:

Remember when your mom used to get your silver anklets- those thick ones with a hell lot of bells and jingle in it? Honestly, I want it again! But with a little less jingle perhaps. Now you have to show off your well manicured ankles with skirts and plazzos coming into vogue. And whats not to love in a jingle?

Toe Rings:

I know we have earrings to cover but even if you are not married, its the thing to have in your jewellery box. And its the amazing adoring piece of jewel that will complete your anklet combo. 

And by the way do not wait for a man to get you that solitaire, get it yourself! Why wait to be happy?

Now that you have a list of silverings to add to your wardrobe now, you shouldn't really be reading it. Just go out shopping!

This blog post is inspired by the blogging marathon hosted on IndiBlogger for the launch of the #Fantastico Zica from Tata Motors. You can apply for a test drive of the hatchback Zica today.