Tag: Rajasthan
Art & Culture
Pichwai Paintings – An Elegant Folk Art Form of Rajasthan
The Pichwai Paintings are believed to have originated about four centuries ago. It is said to have arisen from the state of Rajasthan, more precisely from the Nathdwara town in the state. The word “Pichh” means back, and the word “wai” translates to textile hanging.
Nostalgiphilia
Chittorgarh Built on Myths and Legends?
Chittorgarh, Rajasthan. Although an important heritage site in India, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2013, the renown of Chittorgarh is spread far and wide, more so because of the myths and legends associated with its history.
Offbeat Travel
Experience the Architectural Splendor of Pratap Mahal in Ajmer
Echoing the flavours of Rajasthan, the Pratap Mahal Ajmer offers quintessential Rajput hospitality with folk dancers, finest craft artisans and illustrious Bani Thani paintings that adorn the premises.
Art & Culture
Indian Folk Art Mandana: The Doomed Tradition Needs to be Preserved
Mandana is the oldest forms of tribal art that has survived economically in India till ages. It is done in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh by one of the ancientest tribal communities, the Meenas.
Offbeat Travel
Top 5 Destinations Near Udaipur – Right Out of Dreams
Udaipur passes the fancy of every traveler across the globe at least and for good reason. Several people dream of getting married there, but...
Offbeat Travel
Amazingly Beautiful Offbeat Places in India
While you might have visited the mainstream travel destinations of India, there are certainly some amazingly beautiful offbeat places in India you’ve missed on.
Offbeat Travel
Ajmer: Exploring the City of Multi-culture & Traditions
Ajmer is a city that holds an interesting past and lives in a beautiful present. Read on to explore the different places to visit in Ajmer to get the real essence of this beautiful city.
Art & Culture
An Infographic on Mesmerizing Rajasthani Handicrafts
Check out the rich culture of Rajasthan's folk art through this amazing infographic on Rajasthani Handicrafts
Offbeat Travel
Rajasthan – A True Heritage of Evergreen Culture
Rajasthan has a lot of reasons for attracting so many tourists- its magnanimous historical forts, palaces standing out, in huge deserts, and its folk art and culture.
Art & Culture
Is Jaipur Literature Festival the greatest literary show on Earth?
Book readers regularly congregate for book reading sessions by authors to understand the finer nuances of literature. Similarly, book fairs offer another opportunity to...
Offbeat Travel
Experience a Royal Honeymoon – Palace on Wheels
What could be better than spending honeymoon aboard ‘Palace on Wheels’, India’s top luxury train that takes you to the most romantic destinations?
Offbeat Travel
Rajasthan – The Indian Barcelona
I wanted to be in a place filled with art, so I thought why not the Indian Barcelona, Rajasthan! Experiencing Rajasthan was like a blast of art and architecture
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