Wednesday, February 29, 2012

DAY 21 FEB 26 U Dah Man No UDAIPUR


 After visiting a few of my favorite shops in Jaipur-and you know what they are Bubs and don't forget we have our 36th Anniversary coming up let alone you know who is turning 60 this year.  Whoa is me...what could possible help me face this mile marker....not to worry Buddha Bubs I am sure there is something in this town with my name on it.

Do you know how to shop for a "gem"?  Other than bending over???  If I hear "I want to make you happy Mrs. Collins" one more time I'll pop.  As Bubs pointed out my reputation must have preceded me.

AND JUST ENOUGH TIME FOR ONE MORE TEMPLE- LAKSHMI NARAYAN TEMPLE


At the foot of Moti Doongri Palace is this beautiful white marble temple perched on a low hillock.













This popular place of worship was hopping.  Shoes off please.















One of the shoe police chasing folks and Bocahita that means you too!  And we have heard about you-BE SURE TO KEEP YOUR CAMERA IN YOUR POCKET INSIDE THE TEMPLE TOO!

How's a gal going to blog without the pic big guy?












Off to the airport to find that our plane was canceled-a bit of an airline strike going on thank you King Fisher and we had to rebook.  No worries love sitting around that airport.  And Bubba mumbled beats the hell out of another temple.


HELLO OBEROI UDAIVILLAS
Ah we arrive late evening to a vision on a hill...





We wake up to a fantastic former hunting grounds- go Mughals- and a beautiful setting.
Yes Bubs let me grab my thong for a quick dip before we head out touring....

Udaipur, in the heart of Rajasthan, is a city of majestic palaces and beautiful lakes. Here, adorning the banks of Lake Pichola and standing witness to the historic City Palace, The Oberoi Udaivilas captures all the romance and splendour of a royal era.




Conceived as a traditional Indian palace, The Oberoi Udaivilas showcases the rich heritage of the Mewar region of Rajasthan with its rambling courtyards, gentle rippling fountains, reflection pools and verdant gardens. Grand architecture inspired by the palaces of Rajasthan present a picture of majesty resplendent with pavilions and domes that lead you to a journey of discovery. Interiors embellished with decorative domes, hand painted frescoes, intricate mirror work and beautifully crafted artefact's create an ambiance of regal splendour.

Ordered some room service and can you believe we ordered Hamburgers- they promised they were "tenderloin"...and we should have known better....why not call that spade a spade- hello Camelburger!



All that flying around and no wine on flights makes Bocahita a bit testy.  Goodnight.