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Culture of RajasthanIn Rajasthan, Hindi is the official
language of the state. But the principal language is "Rajasthani",
and the four major dialects are Marwari in the west, Jaipuri in the
east, Malwi in the southeast and Mewati in the northeast. But Hindi
language is replacing Rajasthani. Moreover, you will find English
speaking people in all the major cities, and in remote villages also you
will find someone who can speak and understand English. But other
languages are completely unknown. You may ask Tour Operators to help you
on this and they do have guides who knows almost all the languages.
Music & Dance Every region has its own very dialect of
music and dance. The Ghoomar dance from Udaipur and Kalbeliya dance of
Jaisalmer have international recognition. Folk music is a vital part of
Rajasthan culture. Songs are used to tell the legendary battles of
Rajputs. Folk songs are commonly ballads which relate heroic deeds, love
stories, and religious or devotional songs known as bhajans and banis
and often accompanied by musical instruments like dholak, sitar, sarangi
etc.
Religion 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.
Fair & Festivals Fairs and Festivals of Rajasthan bring
life to the barren land. All fairs and festivals of Rajasthan are an
important part of the culture and fill the colors in air. The people of
Rajasthan celebrate every festival with great joy and enthusiasm. These
festivals give a peek into the lifestyle of people. Be it teej or
diwali, every festival has its own importance. Camel race and horse race
are other traditional and local festivals that attract travelers.
CuisineThe cuisine of Rajasthan is just mouthwatering. The
food includes both vegetarian and non-vegetarian. The main food consists
of - dal, bati and churma, which is found in almost all the homes of
Rajasthan, whether a village, town or city. Apart from these, you can
also relish Continental dishes which are available in all classy
restaurants & hotels of Rajasthan.
Rajasthan WeddingsIn recent years, there have been increasing
cases of visitors coming back to Rajasthan to get married. Nowhere else
is a marriage as likely to be more romantic or majestic.Marwari weddings
in Rajasthan are usually traditional elaborate affairs. Royal Marwari
weddings tend to become grander and even more ostentatious, and then the
pre and post wedding functions could well stretch for days on end.
Art & Architecture 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. |
