When thinking of Rajasthan, I always imagined royal palaces, hot desert landscapes, and maybe the odd tiger reserve. Little did I know that nestled in the Aravalli foothills lies Jawai—a hidden wildlife paradise that’s raw, surreal, and home to a remarkably dense leopard population living in harmonious coexistence with the local villagers.
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Jawai: The Untamed Leopard Country In Rajasthan That Stole My Heart
A quick long weekend getaway to Jawai, Rajasthan turned into a fun and wild ride with stunning leopard spottings and grand Rajasthani feasts

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