Rawla is a splendid homestay located in the heart of the Pink City of Jaipur. Both the railway station and the bus stand are close at hand- while the former is a mere 5-minute drive from here; the latter is much nearer at a 2-minute walk's distance. The airport is a 20 minute drive from here. Rawla is more than just a homestay. For it happens to be the sprawling house of one truly remarkable woman of Rajasthan- Rani Lakshmi Kumari Chundawat. The latter is a well-known writer and a former Member of Parliament. Rani Lakshmi Kumari Chundawat's memoirs From Purdah to the People recounts the story of her path breaking decision to leave the feudal society that she was born into and make a public life for herself in modern day India One is personally received at Rawla by the host Sanyogita; the grand daughter of Rani Lakshmi Kumari Chundawat. From the moment one steps in, one will feel the warmth and care of this homestay Rawla comes with all the trappings of a modern home- 5 air-conditioned rooms with all comforts, telephone with direct dialing facilities in all the rooms and an internet facility. Yet, this homestay retains an age-old charm that never fails to surprise a visitor.Rawla has set high standards for itself. It offers the very best of hospitality to its guests. Sanyogita who strongly believes in the adage 'home is where the heart is', personally supervises all the work that is done at her place. The meals at Rawla are cooked freshly to order under her close supervision.Those wanting to enjoy the warmth and comfort of a close knit family in Jaipur need look no further. One is sure to treasure the experience of spending a holiday in Jaipur at Rawla.
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