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Enriched with traditional art and culture, Rajasthan
is also known for its colorful folk arts. About
Rajasthan gives you insight to the folk art of
Rajasthan.
Arts of Rajasthan
Earlier, the Maharajas or Rajput rulers patronized the
traditional art and craft of artisans. You may view
the artistic flavor of bygone time at the intricate
and exquisite inlay work of havelis, palaces and
forts. Today, the colorful art and craft of Rajasthan,
whether it is jhulana, tie-dyed cloth, block printed
cloths, embroidery work, carpet weaving, woodwork or
pottery of Rajasthan, is most favored around the
world. Every traveler on his/her tour to Rajasthan
buys handicraft or mementoes to take back home. The
skill of artistry is not hidden. The people of
Rajasthan have passion for art and decoration.
Dances of Rajasthan
Many tribes of Rajasthan in the southern areas still
retained their traditional dance form. The ghoomer is
performed on special occasions is only done by women.
This dance form is performed in various regions of
Rajasthan. The tribal people of Bhil tribes in
southern region of Rajasthan perform gir in
February/March during the festival of Holi. Just like
ghoomer is performed by women only gir is perform by
men. Men and women, both, perform dandiya particularly
in the district of Jodhpur during the special
occasion. The gindar is another dance form in
Rajasthan
Music of Rajasthan
Music is a cardinal part of Rajasthani culture.
Commonly the folk music of Rajasthan is based on
ballads that narrate the love stories or heroic work.
Devotional songs that are sung are Bhajans and Banis.
These devotional songs are often sung along with
dholaks or ektalas. There are many instruments that
are played along by different communities. The
distinct flavor of Rajasthani music makes it popular
worldwide. The music of Rajasthan tells about its
glorious past. These folk songs of Rajasthan form an
important part of cultural heritage of Rajasthan. |
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