Tour to Jaipur: Full of Enjoyment and Great Experiences

Goldsmiths found a safe heaven in Jaipur in the 16th century when an uncertain political environment in Delhi Agra Gwalior area caused them to relocate. Till today Johari bazaar, goldsmith’s markets in Jaipur, is the capital of jewelry trade in India. All kinds of gems- diamonds, jade, amethysts, topaz and emeralds- are cut, polished and set in exquisite gold and silver jewelry in traditional Rajasthani design, much of which continues to be worn  by people cutting across class lines. Traditional chunky tribal silver jewelry is also found in abundance, and is worn by women not only all over India tours but also all through the world.

Meenakari, elaborate enamel work, is practiced in all parts of India but the work done in Jadiyon ka Raasta in Jaipur is simply outstanding. In days of yore, this was found on ornamental sword hilts, daggers, boxes and goblets and is today seen on ornamented jewelry. Once done on copper, silver and gold only, today it is also executed on steel.

The myriad range of art goes on and on- hand painted blue pottery that originated in Persia; leatherwork (shoes, sandals, bags, satchels, the traditional slip-on Jooties favored by the locals) colorful lac bangles for women; fine carpets and rough durries hand-woven and died in organic colors in the villages- they all provide a never ending charm to the shopping experience in Jaipur, one of the most exciting in the country.

Folk dances are performed on most religious and festive occasions which can be enjoyed and experienced through the help of India tour packages. The ghoomar, a traditional dance of the Bhils, presents a circle of color when the women pirouette with their swirling skirts and sometimes, small sticks, around the drummer. The gair, done by men only, enacts lord Krishan’s dance with the gopis, milkmaids.