gujarati culture

Planning of a desert festival: behind the scenes of Rann Utsav

Planning of a desert festival: behind the scenes of Rann Utsav

January 3, 2017

India’s largest district, a rarely traversed arid desert, comes to life during the winter months in form of a culturally rich and exquisitely crafted extravaganza. But, what goes into the making of this rare desert festival and what are the challenges faced? Here’s a sneak pe...

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A glimpse of rural life in Gujarat

A glimpse of rural life in Gujarat

December 29, 2016

Tucked away in a corner of India, Kutch is the largest district of the country. Culturally rich, the district boasts of its uniquely and traditionally designed villages and houses and local culture.

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Bandhani, made in Gujarat

Bandhani, made in Gujarat

December 21, 2016

This textile art has been a part of Gujarati culture since times immemorial and has now come to be synonymous to the fashion associated with this state of India. After spreading its wings across the country and finding place in wardrobes of women from varied cultures and communit...

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Rann Utsav: A desert festival that will leave you captivated

Rann Utsav: A desert festival that will leave you captivated

December 16, 2016

Rann Utsav, an annual cultural festival celebrated in the unique white desert of Gujarat was recently inaugurated by the state's chief minister. The fest promotes the culture and art from India’s largest district and celebrates life at the white expanse here. A unique tourist ...

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