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Rajasthan: Culture, History, Dance, Architecture, Religion, Dress, Songs, Language
States of India: Region culture of Rajasthan, Beuty in Diversity of Rajasthan History, Architecture, Religion, Food, Dress, Songs, Language
Rajasthan is famous for its prestigious past and its various customs and traditions. it is the Land of The Kings, over the years it has been ruled by various kings including the Rajput, Marathas and even Muslim rulers.
Rajasthan people treat their guests well, most of the people in Rajasthan are involved in tourism-related jobs.
Rajasthan Folk Dance & Music:
Some of the dances of Rajasthan include Chang, Ghoomer, Bhopa, Tejali, and Kathipuli. Ghoomer dance, which originated in Udaipur, has gained international recognition and appreciation.
Folk songs are usually for certain purposes like weddings or birth or were passed to tell a story of bravery or a romantic tale.
Many traditional instruments are used by them that include Sarangi, Kamayach, Dhols, Shenhai, and Been.
Food of Rajasthan:
Rajasthani food is known for its various spices and also its sweetness. Rajasthan is most famous for Dalbati. It is also famous for Kachori.
Ghewar and Gheriya are some delectable sweet dishes originating from Mewar, available in most restaurants in Rajasthan.
Architectural style in Rajasthan Rajasthan:
The architectural style in Rajasthan is as diverse as its people. The Jain temple in Ranakpur was built in the 15th century.
The style of architecture is M'ru-Gurjara Architecture (styles that include various structures and shapes).
The Umaid Bhavan Palace in Jodhpur is an architecture of Beaux Arts style along with a blend of eastern and western architectural styles.
The fort contains several gates, Jain temples, and Havelis and is included as a world heritage site by UNESCO.
Religions in Rajasthan:
Most residents of Rajasthan are Hindus (mainly Vaishnavas), Muslims, and Jains. There are various temples that are important pilgrim sites like the Lodrakar and Ranakpur Jain Temple, Jagdish temple, etc.
Handwork of Rajasthan:
Rajasthani, beautiful carpets, garments, jeweler are all made by the local people.
Rajasthani people use camel leather to making journals, shoes, and bags.
The carpets are made from the hand-knitting techniques and much like Persian carpets; they have a geometric design and borders.
There are also many miniature items made out of red sand or clay as toys for kids or decoration pieces with bells attached to it.
Camel and Camel Festival of Rajasthan:
Camels are commonly found in Rajasthan which is meant to survive conditions of scarcity of water, extreme winds, heat, and cold due to their biology. Camel fairs take place every year in Bikaner, Pushkar, and other regions.
There are various events and competitions carried out for fun like camel race and camel dance which usually held for two days.
Dress of Rajasthan:
The women wear sarees with the 'odhni' covering their head as a sign of respect. The men wear dhotis and kurtas with a headgear called paggri or safah.
The designs on their clothing are either embroidered or dotted. The material of the clothing is usually cotton and even silk for women.
The language of Rajasthan:
Rajasthan depends majorly on income earned via tourism, therefore, most of the people have learned English or Hindi or perhaps both to be able to communicate with the travelers.
There are some dialects originating from Rajasthan that include Marwari, Malvi, Mevati, Jaipuri / Dhundari of which the most famous is Marwari.
