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Introduction Before vibrant digital photography, black and white images captured the grace and grandeur of Indian royals. These rare pictures showcase royal fashion, architecture, and tradition. They preserve the legacy…
Context photo: Crafting Tradition The Art of Weaving at Mirpur Banarasi PalliThe Indian royal courts were hubs of creativity and artistic expression, and many royal families were patrons of the finest designers and artisans, especially when it came to clothing, jewelry,…
Indian royals have long been associated with the cultivation of lush orchards, showcasing their appreciation for horticulture and the natural beauty of fruit-bearing trees. Here are some notable orchards historically…
Context photo: Mayo College, Ajmer Kotah boys in 1892Established in 1875 by Lord Mayo, Mayo College was designed as a premier boarding school to educate the heirs and members of India’s royal houses—including those from Rajasthan and beyond…
India’s history is woven with the splendour of mighty kingdoms, brave rulers, artistic dynasties, and timeless traditions. The stories of Indian royal families are more than just tales of palaces…
India’s royal past may have transitioned into a democratic present, but many princely families continue to preserve their traditions, cultural wealth, and timeless grandeur. From maintaining heritage palaces to promoting…
The Coats of Arms of Rajput provinces and princely states of India are powerful visual symbols of lineage, sovereignty, and martial heritage. Rooted in centuries of Rajput tradition, these heraldic…
Context photo: City Palace viewed across Lake Pichola, UdaipurA 12-Day Ultra Luxury Royal Circuit of India 🏰 Day 1–2: Delhi – Imperial Welcome Stay: The Imperial Presidential SuiteAlternative: The Leela Palace Maharaja Suite Experiences: • Private champagne welcome…
Photo: City Palace viewed across Lake Pichola, UdaipurSee how museums, conservation, archives and craft livelihoods help Indian royal families preserve heritage, with examples from Udaipur and Jaipur.
Alwar was founded in 1770 by Rao Pratap Singh Prabhakar of the Naruka branch of the Kachhwahas.
Auwa, in the Pali region of Marwar, was a Champawat Rathore thikana of the Jodhpur state.
Badnore was one of the premier first-class thikanas of Mewar, held by Mertia Rathores who served the Maharanas of Udaipur.
Begun (Begu) in Chittorgarh district was a first-class thikana of Mewar held by the Chundawat Sisodias.
Bhinai was one of the istimrari estates of Ajmer-Merwara, held by a Rathore family.
Cooch Behar was a princely state in the north of Bengal, at the foot of the Himalaya and close to Bhutan.
Dundlod is a Shekhawati thikana known for its fort and the painted walls of its Diwan Khana.
Mahansar is a Shekhawati thikana famous for its gilded painted rooms.