211 published results for “Jaipur”.
Heritage and Culture Travel Companies of India Travel Scope India Custom luxury tours with deep focus on culture, art, and heritage experiences. Rajasthan Tours Pvt Ltd Specialists in Rajasthan heritage…
👑 Royals in Active Politics 1. Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar (Mysore) Position: Member of Parliament, Mysore (BJP) Background: Adopted as the 27th head of the Wadiyar dynasty in 2015, Yaduveer…
Context photo: Sambalpuri Ikat weaving loom (Tanta) from OdishaHandicrafts inspired by Indian Royals India’s royal history is not only preserved in grand palaces and ancient forts but also in the intricate artistry of its traditional handicrafts. For…
Context photo: National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA), New Delhi (1)Portraits of Indian Royalty: A Glimpse into Power, Elegance, and Legacy The royal families of India hold a rich and enduring legacy, defined by opulence, cultural depth, and artistic brilliance.…
Context photo: City Palace viewed across Lake Pichola, UdaipurIndian royalty often had a deep connection with animals, both as symbols of status and as companions. Many kings, queens, and royal families kept exotic and rare pets, and some…
Music and dance played a significant role in the courts of Indian royals, both as forms of entertainment and as tools for expressing culture, devotion, and statecraft. The royal courts…
Context photo: City Palace viewed across Lake Pichola, UdaipurThe Raghogarh State—also known as Raghugarh or Khichiwara—was a small princely state (approx. 109 km², ~19,446 people in 1901) under the British-era Central India Agency, with its capital at Raghogarh in…
Rajgarh, a tranquil town nestled in the heart of Madhya Pradesh, may seem like any other district on the Indian map. But behind its modest appearance lies a rich and…
Context photo: City Palace viewed across Lake Pichola, UdaipurIntroduction to the Royal Families of India India is a land rich in history and cultural diversity, where every corner tells tales of valor, tradition, and legacy. While most people…
Introduction to the decline of traditional Indian arts Traditional Indian arts have long been a vibrant tapestry woven into the fabric of the country’s rich culture. However, in recent decades,…
Context photo: Doors of Jantar MantarIntroduction to Celestial Courts Have you ever gazed up at the night sky and felt a sense of wonder? The vast expanse, sprinkled with stars, has intrigued humanity for centuries.…
Context photo: Exterior of Awagarh Fort, Uttar PradeshRampura, a historic town in Jalaun district of Uttar Pradesh, is a repository of Rajput valor, culture, and enduring heritage. At its heart lies Fort Rampura, a 600-year-old bastion that…
Context photo: City Palace viewed across Lake Pichola, UdaipurIndia’s royal families have always carried an aura of grace, heritage and responsibility. Forgenerations, their stories were told through word of mouth, history books and grand publicceremonies. Today, those same…
Context photo: City Palace viewed across Lake Pichola, UdaipurIndia’s royal families are no longer confined to the pages of history or the corridors of magnificent palaces. Across the country, members of erstwhile royal and aristocratic families continue to…
Photo: ImageExploring the historic houses, forts and landed estates of the Upper Doab Awagarh, situated in present-day Etah district of Uttar Pradesh, occupies an interesting position on the historical landscape between…
Photo: Exterior of Awagarh Fort, Uttar PradeshLook beyond famous palaces to lesser-known royal estates, from Karauli and Bundi to Awagarh, with guidance for responsible heritage exploration.
Photo: City Palace, JaipurMeet royal women who shaped Indian art and culture through writing, urban patronage, architecture and craft livelihoods, from Gangadevi to Diya Kumari.
Photo: City Palace, JaipurExplore how contemporary Indian royals connect heritage with fashion, hospitality and digital storytelling, including Jaipur’s PDKF Store and Mewar.
