T WAS NOVEMBER 2020. The first wave of COVID-19 was on the ebb, which brought hope and respite for travel-starved souls like me. So, I moved swiftly, dusted my backpack, and set out to bask in the warmth of my favourite winter destination—Jaipur. I have a soft spot for India’s wild west. Incredible stories lurk in its alleys. Colourful (turbans), dusty vibrant and the chunky jewellery of its locals complement the golden hues of the landscape, and the heart-wrenching notes and (stringed instruments) tell the tales of Rajputana glory.
