India, April 30 -- On the outskirts of Bikaner, the regal Hotel Gaj Kesri serves as the perfect base for our writer to experience a potent mix of culture, cuisine, and heritage in the fabled city. By Tanvi Jain

It takes me around 45 minutes to go from the airport to Gaj Kesri, a beautiful hotel tucked in a remote village called Nainon Ka Bas. The moment I land at the property, I realise I am in for a royal treat. I take a tour and glance through the art on display. I am told that it is Usta Art-more specifically, naqqashi and manoti work practised by the legendary Usta artisans of Bikaner. Every corner of the hotel evokes a sense of heritage and tradition. It's no surprise that Gaj Kesri is part of the Basavan 'Art' Hotels.

Next, I head...