Rajasthani

Portraits from Pushkar

Portraits from Pushkar

December 1, 2018

We witnessed the charm of the countryside, the people and their lifestyle, and made some portraits providing a complete backdrop of their brightly coloured saris, odhnis (strip of cloth); their everyday ornaments; some aged and painted faces in the crowd; men in equally colourful...

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Exploring bargain hunter’s paradise – Janpath

Exploring bargain hunter’s paradise – Janpath

August 4, 2018

  Delhi’s popular Janpath market is a shopping hub with unique treasures that matches the latest fashion trends in a limited budget. It is a lane of vibrant colours with contrasts of mixed emotions and expressions. The Janpath street market lies in the heart of Delhi, towa...

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The land of frescoes: Shekhawati in Rajasthan

The land of frescoes: Shekhawati in Rajasthan

May 17, 2018

The north Indian state of Rajasthan used to be the the land of kings and the pride of Rajputs and Marathas, which is why the state is adorned with palaces and forts hosting a wide variety of architectural styles.

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Rajputs’ pride: Kumbhalgarh, Rajasthan

Rajputs’ pride: Kumbhalgarh, Rajasthan

March 17, 2018

Many of us have heard of the Great Wall of China but very few know the second longest wall in the world is located in the west Indian state of Rajasthan. We are talking about the Kumbhalgarh Fort, which extends to the length of 36 kilometers is also known as the “Great Wall of ...

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World’s largest artist colony on the verge of demolition

World’s largest artist colony on the verge of demolition

December 27, 2016

The world’s largest collective of street performers is being forced to leave their permanent establishment which is also a mark of their identity besides their profession. In a bid to redevelop their colony and thus, their lives, the demolition of the Kathputli colony has begun...

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A unique Sculpture Park, in Udaipur

A unique Sculpture Park, in Udaipur

August 17, 2016

Udaipur, in Rajasthan, North India, is well known for its diverse cultures and royal legacy. At the Shilpgram Park, few kilometrers away from the city center, one can also discover Rajasthani crafts, dances and a unique open air Sculpture Park that showcases various stone-engrave...

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