Neemrana is a fort-palace from the 15th century which has been converted into an opulent hotel. The first thing we did after arriving from our long journey was stop for a gigantic lunch buffet. I've had some pretty amazing meals in India, but this one was easily the best so far.
Afterwards we explored the grounds and looked through the eleven stories of passageways, courtyards, verandas, and terraces. It smelled heavenly from all the flowers, and we were surrounded constantly by the sights and sounds of exotic birds.
It was nice to go and get a different perspective on the ruins dotted all over India. Instead of hushed, crumbling walls, this hotel was bustling and full of life. It was interesting to think: this is probably not unlike it was when originally built and occupied by the Mughals.
On the way home, we took a tip from the locals and stopped by an 18th-century step well. It wasn't on any maps or listed in any guidebooks, so imagine our surprise to come across this huge structure buried nine stories deep in the desert:
Of course, this being India, they didn't mind if you climbed right in!
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