Eastern RajasthanEntertainment

Entertainment in Eastern Rajasthan

  1. A

    Chokhi Dhani

    Located 15km from Jaipur, this virtual village provides a fantastical, magical evening. It’s pretend ethnicity, but don’t let that put you off. Stroll through gardens lit by glimmering lamps and dine on traditional Rajasthani thalis. Then take in some offbeat entertainment: traditional tribal dancers setting fire to their hats, small children balancing on poles, and dancers dressed in lion costumes. It’s hugely popular with Delhi-based families.

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  2. B

    Raj Mandir Cinema

    The number-one Hindi cinema in India, Raj Mandir is an icon of Jaipur. Opened in 1976, this creamy meringue construction looks good enough to eat. It’s usually full, despite its immense size, but bookings can be made one hour to seven days in advance at Windows 7 and 8. Alternatively, sharpen your elbows and join the queue when the current booking office opens 45 minutes before the curtain goes up.

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  3. C

    B2B

    This hit-and-miss nightclub, in the Country Inn basement, is an ideal place to witness Jaipur's new upward mobility in mid-swing. It has the requisite 'couples-only' dance floor, and an impressive range of cocktails.

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  4. D

    Reds

    Overlooking the Raj Mandir cinema and MI Rd with views to Tiger Fort, Reds is a slick place to kick back with a drink or take a meal. Settle down into a couch with a beer (bottled or draught), cocktail or mocktail.

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  5. E

    Polo Bar

    A spiffing watering hole adorned with polo memorabilia and arched, scalloped windows framing the neatly clipped lawns. A bottle of beer costs Rs250 to Rs300 and cocktails around Rs450.

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  6. F

    Cafe Coffee Day

    India’s premier coffee chain has the best value espresso and cold coffees in town; you’ll find this air-con escape with cakes and snacks hidden downstairs.

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  7. G

    Barista

    For excellent espresso coffee and iced concoctions, as well as muffins, snacks and sandwiches, head to this branch opposite the Raj Mandir cinema.

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  8. H

    Steam

    The Rambagh’s lounge bar is a relaxed and stylish haven with a steam engine and a DJ. Sip a cocktail, sample a pizza and lighten your wallet.

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