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Culture of Rajasthan: Culture of Rajasthan is as unique and as colorful as its rich historical past. Rajasthani culture reflects the colorful history of the state. One can find the essence of the culture on its folk dances, traditional cuisines, peoples in Rajasthan and in their everyday life. Being a princely state, Rajasthan is known for its royal grandeur and royalties. It attracts tourists from all over the world with its beautiful traditions, culture, people, history, and monuments.

The Rangeelo Rajasthan swears by its historic cities, rustic forts, bustling markets and its rich culture that makes the city a regal place to visit in India. Be it the vibrant attires, the traditional dance forms or the language, every tiny atom of the state makes Rajasthan a culturally diverse place.Often hailed as the “Land of Kings”, Rajasthan exhibits its royal palaces, fortified havelis and forts that sing a saga of the bygone years. If you ever visit this desert state then don’t forget to have an insight of the folk music, dance, art and craft of Rajasthan, which will make you fall in love with this place. Rajasthan is truly a state with a splendid colorful culture. Opposite to named as ‘the land of Kings’ or ‘the country of Rajputs’, Rajasthan culture follows some of the oldest tribes – Bhils, Minas, Meos, Banjaras, Gadia, and Lohars. Culture in Rajasthan is vibrant and includes mesmerizing music, yummy n spicy cuisines and above all unmatchable Dances. In music, Panihari style is very much famous among visitors apart from Ghevar dish and Ghoomar dance of Rajasthan.

Attire of Rajasthani People: Similar to the city’s vibe, the people of Rajasthan love to don colourful attires, turbans and saris embellished with stones and ghungroos. Men wear turbans known as ‘Jodhpuri safa’ or ‘Jaipuriya pagri’ which is an integral part of their dressing. Angrakha, a frock type garment made out of cotton covers the upper body and the lower body is draped with dhoti or pyjama. Women mostly wear a long skirt called ‘ghagra’ which they team up with a blouse called ‘choli’. Rajasthani women are fond of jewellery and they like to accessorize their dresses with chunky silver and lac ornaments.

Art & Craft in Rajasthan: Making heads turn with its exquisite handicraft items, Rajasthan is a Holy Grail place to buy extravagant jewellery, colourful fabrics, embroidered clothes and leather products. You can buy the miniature paintings, hand woven rugs and puppets that are frequently bought by the tourists here. Puppet shows with wooden dummies are also showcased at Rajasthan which attracts many tourists. Since the state is famous for its Rajasthani textile, tie-dye work, embroidery, zari, mirror work, metallic thread embroidery and the hand block painted fabrics are quite popular here.

Music in Rajasthan: The euphonious folk music of Rajasthan can even make the desert blossom. These songs are sung as ballad each reciting a different story. They are mellifluous and compelling, having intense lyrics that are usually sung during special occasions and festivals. Different communities in Rajasthan practise singing as a profession such as Dholis, Dhadhis, Fedalis, Patars and Kanchari, Nats, Hawais, Rawals and much more.

Dance Forms in Rajasthan: Any function in Rajasthan remains unfulfilled without the folk dance performances of the regional artists. The attires, expressions, moves and rhythm make the performances outstanding. Some of the popular dance forms of Rajasthan are the Kalbelia dance, an ancient dance form practiced by the women of Kalbelia community (snake charmers). While Ghoomar dance is performed by Rajput women. Chari dance which is another famous dance form requires a lot of practice and skills as the dancer needs to balance pots on their head.

Cuisine of Rajasthan: Rajasthan is revered for its traditional cuisines that give you a burst of flavours on your taste buds. Smothered with ghee, butter and an array of Indian spices, the dishes of Rajasthan are finger licking good. Pure Ghee is a substitute for oil in Rajasthan and the locals use it in almost everything they cook. Dal-Bati-Churma, Gatte ki Sabzi, Mirchi Bada, Pyaaj Kachori, Ghevar, Bikaneri Bhujia and Dil Khushal are some of the scrumptious delicacies that you need to savour on your trip to Rajasthan.

Rajasthani Dance: Rajasthan has many forms of folk dances which are attractive, skillful and somewhat enjoyable by any age group. Rajasthani folk dances are popular all around the globe. Some of the Rajasthan’s traditional dance forms are very much different as only skilled person can do it. The Ghoomar dance from Udaipur and Kalbeliya dance of Jaisalmer have gained international recognition. Folk music is a vital part of Rajasthani culture. Kathputli, Bhopa, Chang, Teratali, Ghindr, Kachchhighori, Tejaji, etc. are the examples of the traditional Rajasthani culture.

Among all Rajasthani folk dances, Ghoomar, Kathputli (Puppet) and Kalbelia (Sapera or Snake Charmer) dance attracts tourists very much. Rajasthani folk dances are originated from different tribes and mainly used at past time to entertain Kings. Folk songs are commonly ballads which relate heroic deeds and love stories and religious or devotional songs known as bhajans and banis.

Tribes of Rajasthan: Rajasthan is a princely state and has many tribes such as Bhils and Minas. These are the tribes which have dominated in major parts of Rajasthan apart from small tribes existed in the state. Like the other tribes of India, each of the Rajasthan tribes known to have different costumes, jewelry, fairs, and festivals.
Sahariyas: Sahariyas is one of the most backward Rajasthani tribe. Sahariyas people inhabits mainly in Jungle. They are also noted to be Bhils. Southeastern Rajasthan in Dungarpur, Kota and Swaimadhopur are some places where Sahariyas can be found. Sahariyas are mostly farmers, fisherman, and hunters.
Minas: Minas is the second biggest tribe in Rajasthan. Mina’s tribesmen and women generally possess a good physic with an athletic body built, big eyes and sharp features. They are known to be the inhabitants of Indus Valley Civilization. There broad lips and a wheatish complexion. Eastern part of the state in Shekhawati belt of Rajasthan is the main area where Minas are in populous condition. Minas was the tribe which duly performed child marriages for many years.
Bhils: Bhils are the biggest tribe in Rajasthan. Banswara is the main area where Bhils in large numbers. Previously Bhils main occupation was to collect the food. Famous epics of Ramayana and Mahabharata depicted that Bhils were famous for their skills in arching. From collecting food, they started farming for their livelihood. Baneshwar fair in January and February is the best place to know more about Bhil tribe.
Gadiya Lohars: Gadiya Lohars are known to be a small Rajput Rajasthan tribe. Gadiya Lohars were the blacksmiths in the army of Maharana Pratap of Mewar. After Mughals attack they migrated and traveled from one place to another place on bullock carts named as “gadis”, hence the name ‘Gadiya Lohar’. Gadhiya lohars are found are Kathodi and Rabaris in Mewar region.
Garasias: Garasias are another small Rajput Rajasthan tribe residing in Mount Abu Road area of Udaipur District in Damors of Dungarpur in southern Rajasthan. There are other Rajasthan tribes also, which include Kathodi (found in Mewar region),Sansi  and Kanjar.

Life style in Jaipur: Located in the eastern Rajasthan, this city of Jaipur is popular of the amazing forts and stupendous palaces. This royal town has magnificent architecture and is the first planned city of India. The buildings here are made with pink-painted sandstone which brings it the name of Pink City. With fantastic attractions all around the city, it invites tourists from all over the world. Jaipur's rich cultural heritage is displayed in the traditions, customs, lifestyle, art and architecture of this place. In fact the best understanding of Jaipur's culture can be attained through its art, music and architecture. The splendid monuments of Jaipur deserve a visit. Those huge fortresses of Mughal and Rajput reigns, the Hawa Mahal, Amber Fort, Jal Mahal aptly describe the culture of the city. Jantar Mantar of Jaipur, the largest of all five similar monuments is an observatory basically, which is indeed an architectural spectacle.

The people of this lively town are friendly and warm. Their colourful outfits and unique jewellery are the part of their culture displayed in a flamboyant way. They love to dance to the tunes of Rajasthani folk songs. Famous dances of Jaipur include Ghoomar, Chari where the dancers got to dance on a pot with a lit diya on their head. Traditional instruments like Sarangi, Ektara, and Jhalar are also played while singing folk songs. Food or the local delicacies of Jaipur also reveal the culture of the city. Jaipur's utterly delicious mangodi, papad, khichdi, buttermilk, sohan halwa have no match. Also famous for its handicrafts, Jaipur has markets flooded with handicraft items. Carved silver jewellery, kundan as well as meenakari jewellery, ivory carved sculptures, wood work and leather goods, are all so finely made that they would undoubtedly catch your eye. Known for blue pottery, miniature paintings and traditional clothes with work of bandhni, zari and zardosi, are certainly the best examples that depict rich culture of Jaipur.

People and Languages: The people of Jaipur are friendly and warm. The colourful outfits and ethnic jewellery they sport are the part of our culture exhibited in a beautiful way. They love to perform folk dances to the tunes of Rajasthani folk songs. The main language of Jaipur is Rajasthani. However, Marwari, Hindi and English are also spoken in the city.The culture of Jaipur facilitates us with a holistic view of not only Rajasthan but also with the culture of India.

Jaipur Weather: Jaipur the city of Palaces and forts , is one of the most visited cities in India and attracts visitors in the counts of a few thousands literally round the year. While most tourists come to Jaipur in search of History and Royal extravaganzas, a whooping number of visitors reach Jaipur, only to worship at the in-numerous temples that dot the periphery of the Pink City. However, Jaipur predominantly is a hot city with summer temperatures soaring up and above 45 degree, though the winters are relatively cooler with average temperatures bordering around a pleasant 10 degree,  Though Jaipur , of late has been experiencing some cold waves resulting in temperatures plunging down to 5-7 degree. The humidity levels are generally low, though jaipur often remains blanketed by dense fogs during the early mornings and late evenings, which results in delayed flights and train services.
The climate in Jaipur is semi-arid type with the city experiencing monsoon rains during the months of August and September, with occasional thunderstorms. Jaipur receives approximately over 650 mm of rainfall per year. Roads washouts and landslides are common affairs on hilly areas. Summers in Jaipur are very harsh with very high Humidity. Tourists visiting the city during summers are advised to drink plenty of water and avoid Sun as much as possible. The rainy season though abrupt doesn’t provide any respite from the heat. Winters remain the best time for Jaipur visit. The moths of October to March , therefore sees a major surge in visitor footfalls , with most Trains , Flights and hotel running packed. In fact most fair and festivals in Jaipur are organized during the winters, so as to attract more crowd. Hotels and resorts usually plan Safaris and packaged tours during the months of January and February.

What to Eat in Jaipur:-

 Dal Batti Churma: Recognised as a Rajasthan speciality, Dal-batti-Churma, is a wholesome Rajasthani meal. Dal, or lentil curry, is served with Bhatti, a roundel of stuffed flour that's baked in a charcoal fire or oven. Choorma is a sweet dish made with flour, jaggery or sugar and ghee. Bhatti comes in varieties acts as a substitute for rotis. You could opt for plain batti, or try the more exotic masala, dry fruit or missi battis. Batti is made out of wheat, flour, millet or a mix of maize and wheat flour, with loads of ghee. There is also an unending variety in churma - the colour of which depends on the ingredients. To relish Dal-bhatti-churma at a nominal expense, check out the dhabas near Sindhi Camp (Central) Bus Stand.

Mawa Kachori: A kachori filled with mawa and sugar syrup, this delicacy is not to be missed. It is available at all sweet shops. In Jaipur, try famous sweet shops such as Rawat sweets and Kanji sweets near the bus stand and at LMB, Johri Bazar.
Ghewar: A deep-fried sweet dish, Ghewar is in great demand during festivals such as Gangaur and Teej. It comes in varieties such as plain, desi ghee and mawa. The best shops for this are LMB at Johri Bazar and Rawat Sweets.
Mirchi Bada: Sharing prime spot with samosas and kachoris in the snack market are Mirchi Badas - green chillies dunked in besan and deep fried. You can even find vendors selling these on makeshift handcarts by the roadside.
Rajasthani Subji: Gatte ki subji, Rajasthani curry, Mangori, Pakodi and Ker Sangari, the traditional subjis, are part of the daily meals here. A papad - plain or masala - is a must to sum up meals, as a tradition in Rajasthan.
Chapati/Roti: What is interesting about Rajasthan is the variety of rotis one gets, even in the smallest eating place. Bajre Ki Roti, Makki Ki Roti, Jau-Channa Ki Roti, Besan Ki Roti, Cheelra, Paratha, Puri, Methi Puri, Rumali Roti… the list is endless.

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