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Discover the heart of Jaipur in just 2 hours. Check out the dazzling marble Birla Mandir. Then, experience an authentic encounter at a Gaushala to get up close and personal with India's sacred cows.

Highlights

• A 2-hour tour, perfectly optimized to fit your Jaipur day.
• Authentic local experience: Feed the sacred cows.
• The perfect combo of majestic marble and local simplicity.
• An authentic dive into the Hindu ecological and spiritual meaning.
• Join in caring for the sacred cows, an act of service (seva).

Description

Kick off your 2-hour local experience with a convenient pick-up from your Jaipur hotel or a prearranged spot. Our first stop is a traditional Gaushala, the heart of this unique excursion. Deep Cultural Immersion: The Gaushala, a Refuge of Life. A Gaushala is a refuge and sanctuary, home to cows that have been rescued, abandoned, or can no longer produce milk, often picked up directly from the street. Here, they're cared for for life. You'll get an authentic local experience by witnessing this act of selfless service (Seva). Gaushalas, often run as donation-dependent nonprofits, provide cows with: - Safe food - Vet care - A safe place to live in peace. You'll get to feed the cows, connecting with this deep cultural and spiritual meaning: the cow is a sacred symbol of life and abundance in India. You'll also get to understand their triple role (social, ecological, and spiritual), as some of these shelters also make sustainable products like natural fertilizers or ghee (clarified butter). Peace and Architecture: The Birla Mandir After this enriching experience, we'll head to the majestic Birla Mandir, also known as the Lakshmi-Narayan Temple. This modern sanctuary is a masterpiece of pure white marble. Check out its elegant architecture, intricate carvings that tell mythological stories, and colorful stained glass windows, which even include symbols from other religions, promoting unity. Take a moment to enjoy the serenity of this devotional space. The visit wraps up with your return to your starting point, having connected with two essential aspects of Jaipur.

Includes

We'll pick you up and drop you off at your hotel (or pre-selected location) in Jaipur. Private tuk-tuk transport with a local driver. Bottled water during the tour. 1 basket of grass for the cows. Your guide/host. Personalized assistance throughout the tour.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund