Jaipur's Arts

 Jaipur is home to some of the most historic monuments and forts in India. The impressive history and culture of Jaipur attract tourists all year round and you can never know enough about this beautiful Pink city. These articles on Jaipur will tell you all you need to know about the city and help you plan your trip.

Jaipur is the capital and the largest city of Rajasthan, with a deep fusion of tradition and modernity blended impeccably. The city will make you fall in love with its rich ancient heritage, colourful costumes, peaceful lakes and hospitable local people. Jaipur is the symbol of Hindu Rajputana culture of India which makes it a favourite shooting location among film/TV serial directors wanting to showcase the magnificent royal lifestyle.

 Built in 18th century, the ‘Water Palace’ stands tall in the centre of the Man-Sarovar lake in Jaipur. The architecture style is similar to that of Amer Fort reflecting a fusion of Rajput and Mughal design. It is made of red sandstone thereby producing a radiant reflection in the surrounding water. You can only see the top storey of this five storey palace as it is submerged under the lake. Earlier, it was closed for visitors but after undergoing renovation, it’s now accessible. If you love boat riding, then take the beautiful handcrafted wooden boats to reach the Mahal. Enjoy the ride and get a feel of royalty!
The museum was made for preserving the unique craft of hand block printing of Jaipur’s artisans. Once you enter in this three storey building, you’ll see enormous variety of textiles with factual information about every single fabric and its print. The biggest attractions of this place are the large boards of the open courtyard that explain the method of hand block printing. If you don’t like reading, then you can watch documentaries about this rare art which are shown in the museum’s small auditorium. Also, a two day workshop is organised for those who would like to learn and work with the skilled artisans. Visit the museum to get a first-hand experience in hand block printing.

 If you are tired of sightseeing, shopping and touring then for a change you can watch a Bollywood movie at Raj Mandir Cinema. Located at B-16, Panch Batti, Bhagwan Das Road, this theatre is known as one of the best cinema halls in India. The grand hall can seat up to 1300 people at a time and is one of the largest movie theatres of Asia. Enjoy an entertaining movie with your family. Take a bite at McDonald which is located just next door.

 Beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder”- the phrase makes justice to the beautiful royal monuments, palaces and havelis of Jaipur when witnessed by a discerning traveler in the royal state of Rajasthan. The incredible chapters of Indian history that echoes the chronicles of heroism, victory and defeat are beautifully inscribed on the walls of architectural wonders of Rajput clan spotted all over Jaipur. Jaipur sightseeing includes all of those attractions are worth watching and praising. Some of the popular places to visit in Jaipur are:Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Amber Fort, Govind Devji Temple, Ridhi Sidhi Pole, Chand Pol, Ganesh Pol......

 

 Jaipur is one of the prominent tourist destinations in India that is located in the incredible state of Rajasthan. Picking out one of the Jaipur holiday packages drives you to the royal aroma of India. The city hosts with numerous forts and palaces built by the Rajputs and one of the unique attractions is the city’s imbues. Much of old Jaipur is painted with pink colour that ushers the unique charm. Moreover the vibrant market, arraying with traditional Rajasthani garments, handicrafts and jewelleries, is a popular attraction, which also includes in our Jaipur tour packages. The city also draws a special attraction on the unique folk dance and music, traditional outfits and appearances.

Moving back to the Indian history, holiday packages in Jaipur takes you back to the 17th century. Stepping in the Amer Fort, overlooking the Maota Lake at the foot of the Aravalli Range, one may relive the authenticity of traditional art and culture. Nonetheless the Jaigarh Fort and the Nahargarh Fort are also the prominent places to visit in Jaipur. The entire vicinity of the Aravalli Range from Jaipur echoes with heroic verses and gallant chronicles. Within the city, the Hawa Mahal is one of the major attractions that is included in your tour package in Jaipur. Another most unique attraction is the Jal Mahal.

Holiday in Jaipur has become more bizarre having the fusion of history and modernity. Today the city hosts many authentic restaurants, hotels, pubs and discs and hence a traveller can also experience the rambling nightlife. Moreover the traditional charm can also be felt from the modern village, The Chokhi Dhani that is one of the best hotels in Jaipur. It not only allows you a traditional stay but the ethnic village draws in tourists as well as local to savour the unique Rajasthani cuisine and experience the traditional colours and tunes from the folk dance and music. So be it in your Jaipur tour package or not but a visit to Chokhi Dhani is must.

The city of Jaipur also en circles many other popular tourist destinations. Pushkar-Ajmer, Jodhpur and Jaisalmer are approximately half a day drive from Jaipur whereas the popular Golden Triangle Tour covers the medieval city of Agra and the bulwarks of New Delhi. Nonetheless the sprawling vicinity of the Ranthambore National Park that is an abode of rare species of birds and animals, is also a thrilling attraction in and around Jaipur that is also included in our Jaipur holiday packages.

Akbar Padamsee's faces turn heads in Capital

Akbar Padamsee's paintings are back in the Capital after almost three years.Right from his early childhood, Akbar Padamsee has had a fascination with the human head.Akbar Padamsee's faces turn heads in Capital batsmen that cost them the game and that quite a few dismissals were due to lack of turn more than due to exc.Padamsee's faces turn heads in Capital Artist has been fascinated by of 20 lithographs he made in 2008-2010, Padamsee's men and women, either stand aloof from each other, yet share an The ennui that overcomes the most passionate lovers is manifest in the aging bodies and faces. The heads are turned away from the aridity which life holds.

Akbar Padamsee is back in the Capital. Portraying heads, the show depicts Padamsee's long time preoccupation with figures,Akbar Padamsee born 12 April 1928 is a contemporary Indian artist and painter, 1993 Pundole Art Gallery, Mumbai; 1993 'Heads', Sakshi Gallery, Bangalore  organised by Arushi Arts at The Stainless Gallery, New Delhi; Gupta turned this comfortable space, located in a Victorian house, into a storage area. ... Gupta has previously approached capital through the flow indices of outsourced Gupta crops the heads of the carriers from the images, emphasising the and studied by artists from several generations including Akbar Padamseewere both created during his time in the British capital. Akbar Padamsee, and Souza were penniless and painting in Paris. Unlike his ghoulish heads, Souza's sexual motifs are strangely In the early 60s, after a broken relation, many falling buildings and angry faces made an appearance.