Bundi: Hidden in the Hadoti region, Bundi is a serene alternative to Jodhpur. Its narrow indigo lanes lead to the stunning Garh Palace, famous for its detailed murals. You can explore over fifty intricate stepwells, including the majestic Rani Ji Ki Baori. (Image: Instagram)
Jawai: Near the Aravalli Range, Jawai offers a unique wildlife experience where leopards live harmoniously among local Rabari tribes. In February, the granite landscape is perfect for safaris. You can also spot migratory birds and crocodiles near the scenic Jawai Dam. (Image: Instagram)
![Mandawa: Located in the Shekhawati region, Mandawa is famous for its massive havelis covered in vibrant 18th-century frescoes. Walking through this town feels like touring a giant museum. The cool February weather makes exploring these "painted" merchant streets an absolute delight.](https://images.news18.com/ibnlive/uploads/2026/02/SaveGram.App_339338229_2460393577460794_628825135016597352_n-2026-02-0c78921e084ae7ee7ade910e375ae0f1.jpg "Mandawa: Located in the Shekhawati region, Mandawa is famous for its massive havelis covered in vibrant 18th-century frescoes. Walking through this town feels like touring a giant museum. The cool February weather makes exploring these "painted" merchant streets an absolute delight.")
Mandawa: Located in the Shekhawati region, Mandawa is famous for its massive havelis covered in vibrant 18th-century frescoes. Walking through this town feels like touring a giant museum. The cool February weather makes exploring these “painted” merchant streets an absolute delight. (Image: Instagram)
Khuri: For those seeking desert peace without Jaisalmer’s crowds, Khuri offers authentic mud-hut stays and rolling golden dunes. February nights are exceptionally clear, making it a premier destination for stargazing, traditional folk music performances, and slow-paced camel treks under the stars. (Image: Instagram)
Narlai: Tucked between Jodhpur and Udaipur, this 15th-century village is home to the stunning Rawla Narlai. Visitors can enjoy a traditional candlelit dinner at a 1,000-year-old stepwell or hike up Elephant Hill for a panoramic sunset view of the Aravalli countryside. (Image: Instagram)
Tal Chhapar: A paradise for nature photographers, this flat savanna-style sanctuary in Churu houses thousands of elegant blackbucks. February is peak birdwatching season here, where you can spot rare migratory raptors, harriers, and imperial eagles across the golden, wind-swept desert grasslands. (Image: Instagram)
Karauli: Karauli offers a deep dive into rural royalty with its pale-red sandstone City Palace and ancient temples. This offbeat town is less commercialized, allowing you to witness authentic evening aarti ceremonies and explore the nearby 14th-century Timangarh Fort in peace. (Image: Instagram)
Khichan: The small village of Khichan becomes a surreal spectacle as thousands of migratory Demoiselle Cranes arrive from Siberia. The villagers have a centuries-old tradition of feeding these birds, creating a unique and heartwarming wildlife encounter in the desert. (Image: Instagram)