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india // south asia emporiums plying the trade of semi-precious stones and silver jewellery in Johari Bazaar . Or , go for gold at The Gem Palace where , even if you can ’ t afford to buy anything ( few could !), you ’ ll see some of the most exquisite jewels in all of India .

Dining in Jaipur is a sophisticated affair , with a remarkably modern , and upmarket , social scene and a plethora of fine dining restaurants , the most popular of which remains Bar Palladio . Set in the entry grounds of Narain Niwas Palace Hotel , it ’ s owned by Italian expat Barbara Miolini , and designed by Dutch designer Marie-Anne Oudejans as one of the most beautiful spaces for wining and dining in all of Rajasthan . The Italian menu is as delicious as the restaurant ’ s exotic murals , peacock-blue and white palette , tented canopies and garden pavilions . It ’ s our favourite place to unwind here , cocktail in hand , after a hectic day of shopping and exploring the boundless treasures of the Pink City , Rajasthan ’ s crown jewel . H
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