"Palatial grandeur, with jamon"
World Famous
Rajasthan Palaces
India
The Land of Kings: opulent maharaja palaces, vibrant bazaars, desert forts.
“Same opulence, minus the 40C Delhi belly risk”
European Alternative
Andalusia / Granada
Spain
Ornate Moorish palaces, whitewashed villages, flamenco caves, and the Alhambra.
The True Cost
Average prices from London
World
Rajasthan Palaces
flight
Europe
Andalusia / Granada
train
€308
True price saved
True price reflects hidden social and ecological costs such as CO₂ and air pollution.
1.2t
Less CO₂
96%
Emission reduction
Prices are market averages, not lowest fares. Hidden costs based on CE Delft external-cost factors.
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Estimates from London, adjusted for current fuel prices
Rajasthan Palaces
by flight · 6,749km
Andalusia / Granada
by train · 1,616km
from €210
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Rajasthan Palaces
Andalusia / Granada
Why These Two?
Both feature ornate palace complexes with intricate geometric art and vibrant street markets.
Travelling to Rajasthan Palaces
By flight · 6,500 km
CO₂: 1,209 kg
Travelling to Andalusia / Granada
By train · 1,800 km
CO₂: 50 kg(96% less)
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Photo · Rajasthan Palaces by Unsplash · Andalusia / Granada by Unsplash