Posted by Jitendra Kumawat - Saturday, November 30, 2013

Dances of Rajasthan

Traditional Dances of Rajasthan are absolutely colorful and lively and have their own significance and importance. In Rajasthan, folk dances are the highlights of any celebration and festivity. The simple yet expressive dances of Rajasthan are enjoyed by one and all. Each and every detail regarding the costumes, make up and the way of expression are taken care of.

Each dancer is skilled in his/her own way and each person has a unique style of performing it. These Rajasthani dances have been performed since very old times and thus are significant historically also. Given here are some popular forms of Rajasthan dances.

Dances of Rajasthan

Chari in Rajasthan

Drum Dance in Rajasthan

Fire Dance in Rajasthan

Gair in Rajasthan

Ghoomar in Rajasthan

Kachhi Ghodi in Rajasthan

Kathak in Rajasthan

Kathputli in Rajasthan

Sapera Dance in Rajasthan

Terah Talli in Rajasthan

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Posted by Jitendra Kumawat - Saturday, November 30, 2013

Culture of Rajasthan

Colorful and exotically varied, the culture of Rajasthan is one of the most important attractions for tourists planning a Tour to Rajasthan. A study of the Culture of Rajasthan is a definite pre requisite for planning your trip to Rajasthan. As varied as the topography of Rajasthan, often considered to be one of the most enigmatic provinces of India, a holiday in Rajasthan is made even more attractive by the varied enigma of the Rajasthani culture.

Folk Dance & Music of Rajasthan

Religion of Rajasthan

Chari Dance in Rajasthan

Hindusim is the main religion of Rajasthan. Other significant religious groups in the state are the Jains and the Muslims. There are many local folk heros and local deities such as Pabuji, Ramdeoji, Gogaji, Mehaji, Tejaji & Harbhuji.

Art & Architecture of Rajasthan

Rajasthan is known for its traditional and colorful art. The block prints, tie and die prints, Bagaru prints, Sanganer prints, Zari embroidery are major export products from Rajasthan. Handicraft items like wooden furniture and handicrafts, carpets, blur potteries are some of the things you will find here. Rajasthan is shoppers paradise. Rajasthan is famous for the majestic forts, intricately carved temples and decorated havelis. Jantar Mantar, Dilwara Temples, Chittauragrh Fort, Lake Palace Hotel, City Palaces, Jaisalmer Havelis are true architectural heritage.

Arts and Crafts of Rajasthan

The patronage for artisans of the state was extended by the kings and rulers who turned to them to embellish their zenanas, the women's wings of the palaces, and the durbar or courts. Ateliers were created where artists were treated with due respect and paintings, jewellery and pottery, stone and wood carving, textile and rug weaving, was accorded due place. Major craft traditions in Rajasthan include Tie-and-Dye Textiles, Hand block Printing, Quilting, Jewellery, Gems and Stones, Blue Pottery, Leather Craft, Woodcarving, and local Painting traditions.

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Posted by Jitendra Kumawat - Saturday, November 30, 2013

Cuisines of Rajasthan

Rajasthan, the land of colors and vibrancy, is a delight for travelers. Rajasthan is not only famous for its famous Palaces and Forts, its also has the traditions food and dishes to offer. They also had a large variety of delicious foods items which is really yummy for the visitors along the parts of the world. Besides its historic monuments, Rajasthan is also known for its mouthwatering Cuisine.

Rajasthani Foods

Cuisines of Rajasthan are predominantly vegetarian, having a wide variety. It is quite spicy. The ghee is the integral part of most of the preparations. The Dal-bati is the most popular dish of Rajasthan. The specialty of the cuisines of Rajasthan is the lack of green vegetables, abundant use of lentils, legumes and pulses. The milk, buttermilk and curd are used instead of water to prepare the gravy.

As you travel to Rajasthan, sample some of the famous Cuisine of Rajasthan such as dal-bati and Besan Chakki. Rajasthani cooking was influenced by the war-like lifestyle of its inhabitants and the availability of ingredients in this region. Food that could last for several days and could be eaten without heating was preferred, more out of necessity than choice. Scarcity of water, fresh green vegetables have all had their effect on the cooking.

In the desert belt of Jaisalmer, Barmer and Bikaner, cooks use the minimum of water and prefer and clarified butter. Dried lentils, beans from indigenous plants like sarigri, ker, etc are liberally used. Gram flour is a major ingredient here and is used to make some of the delicacies like khata, gatta ki sabzi, pakodi, powdered lentils are used for mangodi, papad.

Bajia and corn is used at! over the state for preparations of rabdi, kheechdi, and rotis. Various chutneys are made from locally available spices like turmeric, coriander, mint and garlic.

Serving Or Eating Style and Traditions

Eating Habits of Rajasthan

The personal preferences of the people about food are very much varied. The Rajput warrior was not averse to hunting, killing game to put in his pot at night. The Vaishnavas, followers of Krishna, were vegetarian, and strictly so, as were the Bishnois, a community known for their passion to conserve both animal and plant life. Even among Rajputs, there were enough royal kitchens where nothing other than vegetarian meals were cooked.

The Marwaris of course, were vegetarian too, but their cuisine, though not too different from the Rajputs, was richer in its method of preparation. And then there were the Jains too, who were not only vegetarians, but also the ones who would not eat after sundown, and whose food had to be devoid of garlic and onions which were, otherwise, important ingredients in the Rajasthani pot.

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Posted by Jitendra Kumawat - Saturday, November 30, 2013