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In the previous post (visit to Chokhi Dhani), I had talked about a visit to Chokhi Dhani (on the outskirts of Jaipur) and gone upto the point where we took the entry ticket (Rs. 250) and were welcomed in a ritual way, but had not gone inside. This post will cover details of Chokhi Dhani including its attractions, the food, and so on.
After we entered the gates of Chokhi Dhani, we were welcomed with a tika on the forehead and with garlands. Once inside, we started looking at what all were the attractions inside. After you enter, you see a directory map of the places inside that points you to 2 separate parts; and you can start either way.

It will take around 2 hours to cover the entire complex. Some of the attractions in the place are:
- A birdhouse with some beautiful birds
- A small lake with a cascade of water (like a miniature waterfall) at one end

- A Bhul-bhulaiya (a maze where you can get lost)

- Dance shows (with the dancers also doing spectacular shows such as dancing on steel tumblers and with pots on their heads)

- A puppet show

- An astrologer

- Bullock cart and camel ride

- A small cave underground (rather actually a tunnel)

- Exhibitions of artisans doing their work creating stuff from clay

- Small displays of animals to attract children

- A small stream with a wooden bridge

- Portrayal of rural huts

- Exhibition of pots and pans, and cooking instruments; as also weapons

- Ladies cooking hot breads along with gur (jaggery) and honey
- A restaurant where you eat sitting on the floor, and eating traditional food (very delicious, but apt to massively fill your stomach)
- A normal chair and table type of restaurant

- A fair type of environment where you can even enjoy a Ferris wheel with the movement being done by humans

- A magician (with his exhibit enclosed by massive stone snakes)

Some more photos from Chokhi Dhani:

Chokhi Dhaani in Jaipur – Milk and peanuts for sale

Chokhi Dhaani in Jaipur – A view of the cooking area

Chokhi Dhaani in Jaipur – A lane running through the inside

Chokhi Dhaani in Jaipur – The great slide for kids to enjoy

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