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Here is an article on the arts & crafts tour of Rajasthan, famous throughout the world.


Rajasthan Arts and Crafts

The culturally rich state of Rajasthan is also famous for its amazing arts and crafts. Be it stone or wood or lac or leather and a number of other items, each one of them is worked upon and given exquisite forms. Rajasthan arts and crafts are in the blood of the people of the state. They have existed as far back as the 10th century. Along with the passing time, more and more contribution was made to the creative pursuits of the rajasthanis. An arts & crafts tour of Rajasthan will make you fall in love with the rich handiwork of the Rajasthanis.

The former kings and nobles of Rajasthan provided the main patronage to the craftsmen of the state. Right from the elephants to the palaces to the mud huts, everything was decorated with the same details. This encouragement given at that time slowly and gradually contributed to the arts and crafts of Rajasthan in their present form. Even the clothes were given special attention. The clothes of the warriors were exquisitely designed and their armor was bejeweled and intricately carved. For the womenfolk, there was a wide variety, ranging from tie and dye fabrics, to enameled jewelry to embroidered jutis.

As the rulers kept on changing, more and more art forms were added. The artisans of the Rajput rulers were even encouraged to set up schools of their crafts. All this led to the Rajasthan arts crafts, as we know of them now.

Paintings of Rajasthan
Some of the most amazing and exquisite paintings can be found in Rajasthan. Paintings of Rajasthan are a sort of must buy for art lovers. The paintings are so unique that they are beyond any kind of imitation. The beauty of Rajasthani paintings is sure to make a place in your heart. The main types of Rajasthan, India paintings are mentioned in the following lines.

Handicrafts of Rajasthan
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.