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People and culture of Jaipur
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The dull pink houses of Jaipur come alive
by the colorful attires and interesting turbans
worn by its residents. Though, modern fashion
has its hold among the higher societies, Jaipur
is still largely a profitable commercial center
and market place for the nearby rural areas
of Rajasthan. Rajasthan villagers come to
the city dressed in their various styles of
'pagadis' dyed in rich colors that are a marked
distinction among people of different castes
and the Rajput families to which they belong.
Women dressed in their swirling skirts and
traditional attires known as 'Ghaghra-Choli';
often wear unique enameled jewelry, adorned
with 'Kundan' and 'Meenakari' work. They wear
heavy lac bangles that reach above their elbows
and often have tattoos on their arms and even
chin.
The brown-colored desert people are quite
affable and win the hearts of the tourists
with their sweet smiles and warm and cordial
hospitality. The joyous and festive spirits
of the colorful people of the city come
alive with the various fairs and festivals
of the city. The echoing sounds of the folk
songs and graceful and skilful movements
of the regional dances struck one with their
imposing and lingering impressions. The
museums and the palaces are still guarded
with royal valets clothed in turbans and
full livery preserving the royal etiquettes
just like the splendor of their architecture
and grandeur of their regal belongings.
The bazaars of Jaipur have a timeless appeal
and one cannot help but admire the beauty
of Rajasthani handlooms, handicrafts and
items made of came leather. The ambling
camels and cheerful people dressed in multihued
costumes are likewise a part of cultural
identity of Jaipur.
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