Rajasthan lies in the North West region of India, easily accessible from Delhi or Mumbai. No other region in the country assembles the many paradoxes of India as does the desert land of Rajasthan. Rajasthan relentlessly touted as the Desert State of India, covers some 342,000 sq km in the north-western region of India. The state isn’t just about drifting sand, never-ending dunes and barren scrubland as parts of it are surprisingly unexpected forest glens, lakes and temples appear like mirages in the deserts. On the crag are seen rugged forts, testimony to a turbulent history.
Handicraft of Rajasthan takes a vivid look at the various arts and crafts of Rajasthan. The vibrant colours, designs and materials used, bring alive the mind and body infuse a spirit of celebration. In Rajasthan, men and women traditionally wore necklaces, armlets, anklets, earrings and rings. With the advent of the Mughal Empire, Rajasthan became a major centre for production of the finest kind of jewellery. It was a true blend of the Mughal with the Rajasthani craftsmanship.
Rajasthan is a land of forts and palaces. Grand monuments stand proudly as living reminders of the rich history of this heroic land. Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Jaisalmer, Bikaner and Chittorgarh are just some of the places where Rajasthan Forts and Palaces abound. The great legend lies in its colossal forts, the mighty and stalwart thick walls represents the unconquered regime of Rajput Empire. The magnificent Havelis, diverse festivals and fairs signifies the rich culture of the state.
The rich cultural and heritage of Rajasthan exhibits its treasures from its architectural marvel. Showcasing sovereignty from its majestic and regal possessions, Rajasthan is a city of culture, colors and glitter. Rajasthan, a barren desert land, becomes resplendent with the colors of joyous celebration and gay abandon of its fairs and festivals. There is a fair for every religious occasion, every change of season and every harvest, all invariably a reflection of the genius of their arts and crafts and their ascetic refinement. Rajasthan has all the usual Hindu and Muslim festivals, some celebrated with special local fervor as well as a number of festivals of its own. The typical folk dance of Rajasthan is the ghoomar, which is performed on festive occasions only by women. The geer dance (performed by men and women), the panihari (a graceful dance for women), and the kacchi ghori (in which male dancers ride dummy horses) are also popular.