 |
 |
 |
| » Fair & Festivals » Forts & Palaces » Rajasthan Safari » Adventure in Rajasthan » Rajasthan Wildlife » Music & Dance » Tourist Destinations » History of Rajasthan » Introduction To Rajasthan » Art & Crafts in Rajasthan » Havelis & Monuments » Rajasthan Architecture » Luxury Train Tours » Puppet Shows » Handicrafts » Climate of Rajasthan |
 |
 |
|
Rajasthan Village Tour (16D)
Romantic Rajasthan Tour (10D)
|
 |
Suggested Tour Packages Golden Triangle Tours(5N/6D) Delhi, Jaipur, Agra  Rajasthan with Pushkar (13N/14D) Delhi, Mandawa, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Pushkar, Jaipur, Agra  Rajasthan Camel Safari (15N/16D) Delhi, Jaipur, Mandawa, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Khuri, Jodhpur, Ranakpur, Udaipur  Rajasthan with Taj Mahal (17N/18D) Delhi, Shekhawati, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Ranakpur, Udaipur, Pushkar, Jaipur, Ranthambore, Agra  Rajasthan Wildlife Tour (8N/9D) Delhi, Sariska, Jaipur, Ranthambore, Bharatpur, Agra, Delhi |
» Home
» About Us
|
  |
Rajasthan Tourism » Rajasthan General Information » Handicrafts
Handicrafts
Apart from its famous forts and palaces, Rajasthan is quite known for its handicrafts also. Reflecting the rich culture of the state, handicrafts of Rajasthan retain their uniqueness. Adding to the attraction of Rajasthan, Rajasthani handicrafts serve as an outlet for the creativity of the Rajasthani people. The following lines tell us more about Rajasthan, India handicrafts:
Handmade Jewelry
The traditional handmade jewelry of Rajasthan consists of rakhri, gokhru, timamyan, bala, bajuband, etc. One of the famous jewelry works of Rajasthan is Meenakari, enameled gold and silver jewelry.
Blue Pottery Craft
Blue pottery makes use of quartz, along with sodium sulphate, multani mitti (clay) and raw glaze. It is a Persian art form, first introduced in the state by Maharaja Ram Singh. The most known place for blue pottery in Rajasthan is Jaipur. Blue, green and white are the colors mainly used.
Rajasthan Quilts
The place in Rajasthan most famous for quilts is Jaipur. The specialty of these quilts is that they are of high quality and are as light and soft as a feather. They are available in a number of varieties like cotton block printed, velvet printed, etc.
Mojaris/Jutis
Mojris/Jutis are Rajasthani footwear made up of leather and having exquisite embroidery. The pattern and design of embroidery varies from region to region. However, Jaipur and Jodhpur are the places most famous for mojris.
Wooden Furniture
Carved wooden furniture has different styles in different parts of Rajasthan. The most famous work on furniture is the latticework. Jodhpur and Kishangarh are known for carved caskets, screens, doors, chairs, etc.
Marble Crafts
The marble crafts of Rajasthan consist of carved wall hangings, statues of god and goddesses, furniture, sculptures, tabletops, fountains, vases, statues, fireplaces, etc in marble.
Ivory
If you visit Rajasthan, you will see most of the womenfolk wearing ivory bangles. The wearing of these bangles is considered to be a symbol of good omen. The ivory is inlaid and molded into beautiful shapes.
Top on the World Chart - Rajasathan Handicraft
Hand-block Prints : Hued in the vegetable colours, the floral beauty of hand-blocks prints are of world wide fame.
Lacquer and Filigree Work : Lacquer and filigree work of Lac jewellery and bangles much famous in all over India.
Meenakari Work :Gold and silver jewellery look stunning when some colour is added to it.
Mehandi : Rajasthani Mehandi decoration, once dominated the fashion market of the world in the late 1990s.
Tie and Dye Work : These multi-hued dazzling clothes have been captivating the heart of the entire world for centuries.
Terracotta Tradition : Exquisite miniature effigies are still keeping the age-old heritage of terracotta tradition alive.
Puppet Art : Puppets made of wood and cotton is the finest art of Rajasthan.
Jaipur Marbles : Excellent artifacts made of Jaipur marbles are famous world wide.
Miniature Paintings : Spectacular miniature paintings of Rajasthan are renowned world over.
Embroidery : Deft needlework studded with mirror in bright colours is the specialty of Rajasthani embroidery.
Shekhawati Paintings : Shekhawati is famous for its bright wall painting making it a popular tourist destination.
Tattoo : The typical art of permanent designs on body.
Turbans : The shape and size of Rajasthan turbans are a great indicator of person position in the society.
| Rajasthan Booking |
 © Rajasthan Booking. 2010. All rights reserved.No portion of this webiste may be reproduced without the prior written consent of Rajasthan Booking.com. |