Travel + Leisure Ranks Udaipur and Jaipur Among India’s Top 10 Holi Spots
Rajasthan cements its place on the global cultural map as two of its iconic cities, Udaipur and Jaipur, feature in Travel + Leisure’s curated list of the country’s top 10 Holi destinations. While the historic Braj circuit in Uttar Pradesh—Mathura, Vrindavan, and Barsana—claims the top three spots, Udaipur and Jaipur hold impressive ranks at #6 and #10 respectively, celebrated for their unique blend of heritage, pageantry, and community festivities.
Jaipur’s Centuries-Old ‘Gulal Gota’ Captivates Global Travelers
- The Royal Heritage: Once favored by Jaipur’s Kachhwaha kings who rode through the walled city tossing colors to the public, the tradition continues to draw massive interest from domestic and international visitors.
- Artisanal Lac Craftsmanship: Handcrafted by the traditional Muslim Manihar artisans of Jaipur, each Gulal Gota is a feather-light, hollow sphere molded from natural lacquer resin and packed with scented herbal gulal.
- A Burst of Color: On impact, the shell shatters effortlessly and harmlessly, blanketing the recipient in vibrant color without any injury.
- Udaipur’s Mewar Pageantry: Adding to Rajasthan’s appeal, Udaipur earns its spot with the majestic City Palace Holika Dahan ceremony, featuring ceremonial royal processions, folk performances, and lakeside celebrations.
