Jojawar, Rajasthan, India

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A Best Kept Secret in the Aravalli Hills
 
The small village of Jojawar located in the Aravalli Hills is not particularly well known and although it has much to offer it does not feature on many maps as a destination. Jojawar is well connected by roads with other Rajasthani cities such as Jaipur and Jodhpur. It would make a good stop between Jodhpur and Udaipur as it is located approximately 140 km from Jodhpur. There is a lot to see in this region such as the beautiful temples at Ranakpur, and the Kumbalgarh Fort and wildlife sanctuary. Jojawar is an excellent location and base from which to explore. There are several good hiking trails in the surrounding hills. The country around Jojawar has an interesting landscape, with the picturesque Aravalli Hills in the east, and broken rocky hills interspersed with farms and scrub forests surrounding the village. The Aravalli Hills are one of the oldest mountain ranges of the world and it is possible to take a local steam train trip in order to fully appreciate the beautiful scenery. The culture is varied and colorful and it is possible to observe ancient lifestyles. The communities living around Jojawar, in isolated homesteads and hamlets, practice the old ways of making a living by sheep and camel herding. Village safaris by jeep are a worthwhile experience with various types of village communities to visit where it is possible to see traditional weaving and potting. With its small lanes and shops Jojawar is quite atmospheric and easy to explore. It is possible to wander about without being hassled to buy as the market place is primarily for locals. Jojawar is a great place to observe the traditional rural Rajasthan lifestyle.
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