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Category: Art and Culture

ART OF SILK WEAVING AT VARANASI: A LEGACY OF THREAD

Art and Culture

India has always been a land of artistry and rich cultural heritage that boasts on its customs, handicrafts, stone carving, religions, food-habits, fairs, festivals and so forth. Ages-old ‘art of silk weaving’ at Varanasi is one such legacy of India. Varanasi, also called Banaras or Kashi, is an ancient city with roots back to the […]

Princely States of Jodhpur

Art and Culture

With ages-old ravishing forts and palaces, ancient temples, scenic landscape, and rich cultural & traditional heritage, Jodhpur is a princely state in India that has been intriguing tourists from around the globe for years. The city has to showcase umpteen architectural masterpieces constructed during the royal India. Here we will endeavor to unearth why this […]

Timeless Grace and Beauty of Jaipuri Fabrics

Art and Culture

Maharajas’ Express takes you on a rich and historical journey to Rajasthan, where vibrant, lively fabrics and carpets are available which modern shoppers love to explore. Travelers from all over the world visit the famous cities in Rajasthan to adore  these traditionally designed fabrics, and with Maharajas’ express luxury train, you can easily do that […]

Jaipur- the Land of Vibrant Art

Art and Culture

The following blog talks about the ancient art of textile designing in Jaipur and also explains about the art of jewelry making and cutting and polishing of gemstones. Jaipur is popularly known as the Pink City and its iridescence has charmed travelers and tourists from all over the globe. Jaipur is the largest city of […]

Udaipur- the City of Lakes, the Abode of Art

Art and Culture

The following blog talks about the art of Udaipur and focuses on the ancient art of miniature paintings. It talks in detail about the picturesque city that is also known as The Venice of East and its most beautiful possession, City Palace. Art has always been an active part of human existence, right from the […]

Rajasthan- the Royal Abode of Puppets, Palaces and Folklores

  • Thursday, 19November, 2015
Art and Culture

The following blog talks about the ancient art of puppetry in Rajasthan. It mentions its origin and also talks about the journeys Maharajas’ Express provides to the vibrant and convivial land of Rajasthan.   India is an amalgamation of different cultures and its vibrant heritage is conjured by diverse traditions, practices and eternal rituals. The […]

Enchanting Rajasthan- Land of Hues and Melodies

Art and Culture

The following blog talks about the music of Rajasthan. It informs the readers about the different forms of music popular that the rural population of Rajasthan enjoys India, the land of many colors, has also been blessed with a plethora of diverse cultures. Each Indian state offers an altogether different experience in cuisines, tradition, historical […]

Get Immersed in the Rhythmic Art of Kathak Dance at Lucknow with the Indian Panorama Journey of Maharajas Express

Art and Culture

“Over the centuries, Lucknow, the capital of the state of Uttar Pradesh, has strongly influenced the art, culture, cuisines and aesthetics of northern India. Lucknows ascendancy during the Mughal era made it a cultural powerhouse and different forms of art including various dance styles were originated and reinvented during this period. Mughal influence is quite […]

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