Raipur : These days, such an atmosphere is being seen in the capital Raipur, as if the colorful streets and desert culture of Jaisalmer have settled here. Hundreds of people are reaching Chokar Dhani of the city every day, where they are getting the same real taste of Rajasthan’s traditions, folk art, Ghoomar-Kalbelia dance and Rajasthani food, which is usually seen in the havelis and desert camps of Jaisalmer. Amidst the changing weekend lifestyle, Chokar Dhani is emerging as a destination for the people of Raipur, where Rajasthan can be fully enjoyed without traveling a long distance.
Sanjay Sharma, manager of Chokar Dhani, says that the complex has been designed exactly on the rural theme of Jaisalmer. Mud mansions, lighting of lamps, folk instruments, Rajasthani welcome tikka, traditional costumes and folk songs, all this creates a world where the fragrance of the desert and the soul of rural Rajasthan is felt as soon as you step into it. He told that these days tourists watch the videos of folk dance and desert activities of Jaisalmer going viral on social media, and now they are getting the same experience in Chokar Dhani of Raipur.
More than 20 activities are included here, which include puppet show, Kalbelia dance, Ghoomar dance, Kachchi Ghodi dance, biscope, snake-ladder, train ride for children, camel-horse ride, bullock cart, tanga ride, astrologer, magician, maze and head massage for men. Mehndi and traditional Borlo are also provided for women, which is considered important in the culture of Rajasthan.
Apart from this, the Rajasthani food here compels the tourists to come again and again. Unlimited panipuri and chaat are available at the high-tea counter, while for dinner, the complete Rajasthani thali including dal-baati-churma, gatte ki sabzi, ker-sangri and sweets is served unlimited. The taste of food, atmosphere and services are so special that this place reminds people of all ages of a desert camp in Jaisalmer.
Chokar Dhani has become very popular not only as a place to visit but also for wedding ceremonies and vacation planning. A total of 70 rooms are available here, which include 2 suite rooms, 2 family rooms and two large banquet halls. People are also booking destination weddings, receptions and holidays here.
The entry fee per person has been fixed at Rs 900. For pre-booking, Chokar Dhani can be contacted on mobile number 62329-07772 or 70033-99013. Chokar Dhani, which fills the colors of Jaisalmer in Raipur, has now become the most talked about cultural tourist point of the capital, where every day the fragrance and folk art of Rajasthan comes alive in its full glory.
