Namaste and Khamma Ghani from Jaipur!

It rained today, but luckily it stopped by evening. The weather turned pleasantly cool. I had heard much about Chokhi Dhani before, but experiencing it in person was magical.

So, what is Chokhi Dhani?
Well, Chokhi means good or beautiful, and Dhani means village. Chokhi Dhani is a village-themed resort built to give a taste of Rajasthan’s rural life, culture, food, and traditions, all in one place. Just 20 km outside Jaipur city, this ethnic village resort gives you a glimpse of rural Rajasthani life.

We were welcomed with a tikka on our forehead and dhol beats in the background as we entered. The mud walls, lanterns, colourful decor, and the earthy smell took me straight into the heart of rural Rajasthan. I could feel the warmth in the air.

I didn’t even know where to look first!
Folk dancers were twirling in their traditional clothes, puppet shows were going on in a corner, and even a magician was pulling off some fun desi tricks. I joined in for a bit of Kalbeliya dance and laughed so much trying to match their steps. And guess what? The dancers cheered me on!

From camel rides to archery, fortune tellers, mehendi stalls, and even bullock cart rides, the child in me had a great day. And there were traditional games like pot balancing and local style swings, things we hardly see anymore.

Very much the Chokhi Dhani experience 🙂

Clay pots, Barnis, chulha, chakki, and tradition – a typical kitchen scene in rural Rajasthan.

A shoemaker at work.

Saare fabric turned into swing with love.

Mud walls with natural plaster help maintain a cool temperature inside the house, even during hot weather.

When life happened outside – moms chatting, kids playing, and hearts full.

And Oh… the Food!

By the time I was done exploring, I was sooo ready for dinner.
I chose the traditional sit-down Rajasthani thali, and what a feast it was! They kept serving with so much love, daal baati churma, gatte ki sabzi, bajre ki roti with white makhan, ker sangri, and hot jalebis to end with. I ate till I couldn’t move, and still wanted more because everything was that good!

Pehle pet pooja, phir kaam-dooja!

Ghatte ki sabzi, makke ki roti, baati, moong daal pakoris, churma and what not 😉

When Rajasthani hospitality goes a notch higher, the server insisted me on feeding my husband with love while he capture the moment for us!

If You’re Planning to Visit Chokhi Dhani

• Arrive by 5 or 6 PM to enjoy everything.
• Wear comfortable clothes and footwear, you’ll be walking a lot!
• Go with an empty stomach ;)!
• Great for families, friends, solo travellers, honestly, anyone.

While my overall experience at Chokhi Dhani was memorable, I did feel there is one area that could use a bit more attention, hygiene, especially around the food serving and dining areas. I understand it can get challenging with such a large number of visitors every day, but basic cleanliness and hygiene standards must be maintained, no matter how big the crowd. I genuinely hope the management works on this aspect because everything else was wonderful!

The battle of Haldighati!

When the Rajput warriors faced defeat, the women including the queen chose to walk into flames rather than be captured.

Maze/ Bhool Bhulaiya at Chokhi Dhani

Such peaceful corners

This evening ambience and mood? Absolute 10/10.

Let me know if you’ve been there or are planning to go! I’d love to hear what you think.