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Art and rural tourism are still not very popular among Indian tourists. Not saying that there is a zero presence, but the presence is less than desired. The concept of travelling for art and experiencing the rural tribal culture i … Read more

Art and rural tourism are still not very popular among Indian tourists. Not saying that there is a zero presence, but the presence is less than desired. The concept of travelling for art and experiencing the rural tribal culture is very new to India. Read less

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From the pre-historic paintings in rock shelters like Bhimbetka and later ancient caves found in places like Ajanta and Ellora to the sophisticated expressions of the exquisite Mughal-era miniature paintings , to the patachitra of Odisha and the cloth pichhwais of Rajasthan to the modern day renditions during the 19the century Bengal Renaissance, India’s art heritage is a fantastic reflection of the march of time and astonishing diversity of the artist’s metier. Murals, miniatures, paintings on leaves and paintings on cloth, paintings on leather… this heritage is a rich and abiding force which compels the visitors to learn more and more about it on each visit.

Having explored the gorgeous water palaces and pavilions and vibrant bazaars of this historic capital of the Mewar rulers of Rajasthan, making that quick trip to the nearby temple town of Nathdawara comes highly recommended. Nathdwara is a magnet for its beautiful Krishna Temple, in the sanctum of which is enshrined the centuries-old image of the deity, which was rescued from a temple in Mathura from Muslim iconoclasts. But what is interesting here is a new art form which flourished in the bazaars near the shrine called pichhwai. These are wall hangings are paintings rendered on cloth which feature episodes and anecdotes of Krishna’s life. They hung these as a backdrop to the deity–that’s why they are called pichhwai (at the back). Wander around the bazaars near the shrine to buy one. The Metropolitan Museum, in New York, features an 18th century pichhwai on plain weave, dyed cotton painted with pigments and gold leaf.

Goa’s Indo-Portuguese history has distilled the most incredible experiences for the visitor through its churches, forts and temples. But now many visitors get round to focusing their attention on the wealth of art that’s serves as a window into Goa’s past and present. The old churches such as the Chapel of Our Lady of the Mount and the Archiepiscopal Palace are unique also for the art of sgraffito. This involves the application of red or black soil to a wall and the design being scratched out and filled in with white lime plaster. The ancient art of kaavi, used on walls of temples and houses, is created by using a paste of red soil and charcoal filled into an etched design. The Santa Monica Monastery features superb art works at the Weeping Cross Chapel. Nuns, strictly restricted from interactions with the outside world, created these in the 17th century. A fabulous treasure trove of rare manuscripts and 18th-century church clothing—the only ones in the world where ivory is used as part of the embroidery, is on display at the Museum of Christian Art .

Calcutt a, the first capital of the 200 year British rule in India, witnessed the glory days of the Bengal Renaissance in art and literature in the 19th century. This gave birth to what is contemporary Indian art closely linked to the works of Gagendranath Tagore, Rabindranath Tagore, Jamini Roy, Amrita Sher-Gil, Ramkinker Baij and Benode Behari Mukherjee. Jorasanko, home of legendary poet Rabindranath Tagore in ‘Black Town’, was a lively hub for this great cultural movement which began in the 19th century. While enjoying the Durga Puja festivities make it a point to visit Kalighat, home to the 19th century Kali temple—which inspired Bengal’s Kalighat- style paintings.

Following the heritage walking trail in Shimla (Simla of yesteryears) is very much on the cards when unveiling the historic past of this summer capital for over a century of the British in India during their 200 year rule. One of the reason’s Shimla was so important was that it provided the perfect retreat from the blistering summers of New Delhi. Its sylvan beauty and cool environs in the foothills of the Himalaya reminded them of ’home’. Also, the natural beauty–of snowy mountains, forests of pine and fir brooks, meadows, and wild dahlias and roses on hillsides–compelled even amateur artists to pick up a paintbrush to capture the exquisite charms of this hill station. Ramble along a Nature Trail today that takes you past the birthplace of a legendary Hindi writer Nirmal Verma ending Sanat Chatterjee’s art gallery where you can enjoy the display of some of his work.

Inspirational arts forms are some of the most alluring attractions of India’s cultural landscape and over the years have lured visitors, with a creative bent of mind from all over the globe. Make sure your next bucket list for travels in India features at least a couple of places renowned for their painterly traditions, such as the open-air gallery known as Shekhawati in Rajasthan, Tanjore in the south and Thangka Paintings in Ladakh.

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Indian Painting Styles (Explained)

There are many painting styles throughout India and they all vary in technique and preferable materials. In this article we take a look at the top 10 painting styles and we explain what makes each one unique. 

1. Madhubani

The Madhubani painting style is said to be one of the famous styles in India. Paintings of this style generally feature extremely complex geometrical patterns and shapes. This style represents rituals and is often used in India for special occasions such as festivals and religious gatherings. The folk painting is done by hand with the use of twigs, pens, matchsticks, and many other natural materials with the inclusion of colours and dyes. Madhubani is also known as Mithila art. The art takes place on walls in places of worship, on canvases but in recent years can also be found on products. Creative artists who can achieve this painting style have done works on cardboard boxes for stunning design and even metal barge buckets that can be used for plants.

The term Madhubani refers to the city in India in which the painting style is most famous. Paintings are usually performed by women. An example of the natural dyes that are used to paint is turmeric spice for yellow, leaves are crushed to make green, the black colour is extracted from wood coal powder (charcoal) or cow dung, the white colour is achieved from rice powder, and the majority of the other colours that exist in Madhubani painting comes from the many flowers and fruits that grow nearby. This painting style always uses bright colours to depict the art. The main purpose of Madhubani paintings is that all of the colours are extracted from nature and the result is that the finished painting is eco-friendly and naturally beautiful. 

Hand painted bucket mithila

These very special metal buckets are carefully hand painted in Madhyapur Thimi, just outside Kathmandu, Nepal. Each piece is made in the traditional brightly colored painting style from the Mithila region, approx: 25cm high and 26cm. Features a traditional Mithila / Madhubani painting style, is a stunning metal bucket with handle with amazing brightly colored designs, it was handmade and Fair Trade from Nepal, India. This could also be used as a coal bucket in your living room adding to your home decor, storage for items such as arts & crafts, knitting wool, and other materials, or even for pot-pouri! This used to be in our range but the bucket went into our clearance collection and is no longer available.

2. Warli Paintings

This type of painting depicts social life more specifically of humans and animals along with scenes from daily life. Warli paintings are a famous type of tribal art that you would find in a cave. One single painting could tell a whole story. This style originates from the region of Maharastra in India but is extremely popular through many cities such as Dahanu, Talasari, Jawhar, Palghar, Mokhada, and Vikramgad of Palghar district.

Warli paintings are typically done on mud walls as the plain canvas. With the use of a rice paste, water, and gum on the end of a chewed bamboo cane the artist is able to use the bamboo as a paintbrush which gives the style of art a very unique touch. Since the 70s, Warli art has become increasingly popular due to its simplicity. In fact, it has made its way into the film industry as it has the look of native art and tribalism. 

3. Kalighat Painting

Kalighat paintings are known for their bright colours and bold outlines. In the 19th century, this style of art evolved as a unique genre in West Bengal. There are various themes for this art but the main depiction is of gods and other mythological characters. This type of art is similar to other styles mentioned above especially in the way that natural dyes are often used. However, Kalighat art is often performed by a group of individuals, with some people working on creating homemade dyes, and others drawing outlines or adding motifs to the background.    

Some contemporary styles of Kalighat paintings featured civil themes like crimes, women bathing, the evolution of men and women in society, and even some depictions of freedom. The initial idea of this type of art was to allow visitors of the Kalighat Kali, Hindu Temple, to take away souvenirs but the paintings over a period of time became distinctive from other types of art and some pieces have become very famous such as ‘The lady with a peacock’ and many others.

Phad paintings were created during the 10th century when Chochu Bhat commissioned Joshi Phad painter to make Phad paintings on Devnarayn’s whole life. Devnarayn was a Gurjar warrior from Rajasthan who was the incarnation of Vishnu and he is worshipped as a folk deity.

This type of art is achieved by taking a handwoven cotton cloth, soaking it overnight to thicken the threads, and then it is stiffened with starches from rice and flour. Then it is stretched out, dried in the sun, and rubbed with moonstone to smoothen out the surface to give it a sheen. Phad painting is a style of religious scroll painting that is practiced in Rajasthan and typically the scrolls are painted with natural colours from vegetables.

5. Kalamkari

Kalamkari art is a type of hand-painted or block-printed cotton textile that is produced in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It is also very popular in Iran but first came about in the 1970s in Pedana. Pitchuka Veela Subbaiah first started it with his partners in Polavaram but when the partnership fell through soon after he returned to his hometown and started the Kalamkari firm in 1972 that made the block prints commercially. Since then Kalamkari art has been used to tell stories and in ancient times people would travel from village to village telling stories in which some people would draw the story on a canvas and that is primarily how the cultural art was born.

The many tones that are traditional used in Kalamkari painting are earth tones of red, blue, green, and brown. Women are often depicted in shades of yellow, gods are painted in blue, and demons in red or green. From looking at this type of art you can see how the colour tells the story.

6. Miniature

The traditional Indian miniature painting traces back to the 9th century in the Buddhist palace period. This style of art was influenced by Indian literature and was performed as illustrations as individual paintings that were in a highly detailed composition that is in a small scale. These paintings captured social and cultural life at the time but it wasn’t until the 19th century in the period of the Mughal empire that the art form took shape. Miniature art is often referred to as working in ‘miniature’ and the paintings often have a smooth surface.

Whilst the art is creative there is a general rule for art to qualify as miniature art and that is that the art piece must not be larger than 25 square inches. This type of art was a huge influence in later forming Persian styles and helped other painting styles flourish and the success of the style means that it is now practiced throughout Rajasthan. As with the other painting styles, the miniature style features religious symbols, gods, and the colours are typically made with natural dyes from minerals, vegetables, stones, shells, and even pure gold and silver. The preparation of mixing colours was and still is an elaborate process that can take weeks or months to get the desired result.

7. Kerala Murals

Kerala Mural paintings depict Hindu mythology and date back to the 9th century. The largest mural painting in Kerala is the Gajendra Moksha. The state of Kerala is famous for its murals, geography, beaches, tea, coffee and spice plantations, tourism, culinary experiences, and Ayurvedic treatments. Paintings usually depict temples and palaces throughout Kerala. Kathakali is one of the most popular art forms in India and the entire body of the mural is used to portray a story.

Kerala art gallery is a famous place in which you can buy quality mural paintings. The pieces that you find here are originals from highly skilled artists that have great expertise when it comes to making custom-made paintings. Some pieces consist of colourful art whilst others are merely intricate sketches of gods and goddesses that are highly detailed.

8. Patachitra

Patachitra is another cloth-type picture painting style that follows a traditional process of preparing the canvas. A fine cotton cloth is coated with white stone powders and a natural gum made out of tamarind seeds. This is a natural paint primer to allows the canvas to become a suitable surface for the paint to adhere to. As with other Indian painting styles, paints are usually made naturally.

After the painting has finished the canvas is left to sundry. Artists who paint in the style of Patachitra are known as Chitrakars. The thing that makes this style of painting different from others is that this is one of the oldest art forms of Odisha. Over time the name Paachitra has evolved from the Sanskrit words patta (which means canvas) and Chitra which means picture. The white colour is made from conch shells which are boiled, filtered, and then powdered, and although this is a hazardous process that required a lot of patience the end result is a pure brilliant white. Hingula is a mineral that is used to make red, haritala or also known as the king of stone makes yellow and a lamp black is made by burning coconut shells.

Pichwai is a style of painting that originated over 400 years ago, in the town of Nathdwara in Rajasthan. Pictures made in this style of painting appear detailed and visually stunning. They are made on cloth using a similar technique to Phad and Patachitra.

The ancient form of its art has passed from generation to generation and its theme is devoted towards Lord Krishna. The main purpose of Pichwai other than its artistic nature is to narrate the tales of Krishna. These paintings are rarer than the other styles already mentioned and typically the picture is made to hang in Hindu temples.

Gond painting is a type of folk tribal art that is practiced by the largest tribes in India. The term Gond comes from the Dravidian expression. ‘Gond’ means ‘the green mountain’ and Gond paintings are merely a reflection of man's closest connections with his natural surroundings. Paintings of this type usually start with carefully drawn lines that create movement in a still image.

With the addition of dots and dashes, the art piece has a great sense of movement and the detail is highlighted. Gond art is one of the most unique styles and whilst it originated in Madhya Pradesh it has also been traced back to the state of Andhra Pradesh, Orissa, Maharashtra, and Chhattisgarh. It is said that the style of Gond art was invented by Jangarh Singh Shyam who is known for paintings, drawings sculptures, and murals.

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In Paintings: Journey Across India with Traveller-Artists

From the Buddhist pilgrims (Fa Hien and Huang Tsang) to the adventure travellers (Marco Polo and Ibn Batuta), India has been the travel destination for centuries. Long before ‘Incredible India’ and its catchy jingle, it was the accounts of these travellers that brought people from around the world to our doors. These accounts described the beauty and richness of Indian heritage, and their readers yearned to experience the exotic for themselves. While some managed to secure a passage to India, others could not. Now, it was up to the traveller artists to transfer India’s allure onto their canvases and let others experience India through their paintings.

These traveller artists came from varied backgrounds. Some were authors, poets and musicians, others historians and geographers. A few were even public officials, soldiers and war correspondents! But whether they drew monuments from a bygone era, captured the splendours of the Mughal court, or painted the bright bazaars full of spice and colour, these 19th and 20th century artists knew how to breathe life into their work and make their audiences feel acquainted with a land they had never set foot in.

We’ve compiled some itineraries for you, and our favourite ones are:

1. an architectural adventure with vasily vereshchagin.

Originally a Russian war painter, Vasily Vereshchagin took on a different subject in India. His paintings from his visit to India, first in 1873 and then in 1884, capture the most amazing architectural features; be it of a small monastery in Ladakh or a grand monument like the Taj. Much like Nicholas Roerich , a 20th c. Russian painter, Vereshchagin was also enamoured by the colossal Himalayas. But what set him apart from other painters of his time was his attention to detail. This combined with his use of bright colours created a realistic reproduction of late 19th c. India.

You can see more of his journey through India on our YouTube Video!

2. Explore India’s natural beauty with Marianne North

At a time when women travelling alone were frowned upon, Marianne North travelled the length and breadth of India, solo. A non-conformist in multiple senses, she travelled to touristy places like Jaipur, Agra, Delhi and Shimla, but also went off the beaten path to traverse the isolated villages of Kumaon in Uttarakhand and captured the natural beauty of these hills. As she was also a botanist, plants and flowers are key elements in all her paintings. Even her paintings of famous monuments like the Taj Mahal show her preference for nature.

Marianne recorded her adventures in her diary. About her Shimla residence she wrote:

My window looked over endless hills, with great Deodara branches, their stems and cones for foreground.

3. A postcard journey across India with Hiroshi Yoshida

From the Golden Temple to the Sanchi gateway, Hiroshi Yoshida captured all the major sights of India within his postcard sized paintings. Travelling in the 1930’s, Yoshida used his native Japanese technique of woodblock printing called ukiyo-e . However, this technique faced a set-back with the rise of photography. In order to revive the method, artists, including Yoshida, adopted the Shin hanga method where artists carved and painted bamboo blocks to print images. Yoshida learnt both carving and painting, so that he could create these miniatures from any corner of the world.

These are only 3 of the many, many artists who travelled India. Check out on our playlist to know more such stories!

Have you been paying attention? Take a quick look at the paintings again and come back to test your knowledge of traveller-artists! How many places can you match correctly with their corresponding paintings?

For more such games and quizzes, check our our Museum-Mojo section. You can also subscribe to our newsletter so you don’t miss out on any of them!

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10 Must-Visit Vacation Destinations for Art Lovers in India

Since ancient times, almost every century in the History of Indian art has seen the birth of impressive monuments and works of art. If you’re enthusiastic or curious about art or simply an art lover, and travelling to the Indian sub-continent, these vacation destinations should be swimming around at the top of your bucket list!

Artsome selects ten breathtaking tourist attractions in India and art destinations that art lovers just cannot ignore!

10. Aurangabad

A literal treat for art lovers, the Ajanta Caves in Aurangabad, Maharashtra possesses some of the oldest and most detailed murals of the Mahayana school in Buddhist Art. The Bodhisattva Padmapani mural in cave number 1 dates back to the 5th century BC and is a must-see art destination for lovers of art.

9. Lepakshi, Andhra Pradesh

A small village in the Anantpur district of Andhra Pradesh, Lepakshi is historically quite a significant art destination. Art lovers, across the world, flock to see the gigantic sculpture of Lord Shiva’s vahana Nandi made from a single large piece of granite is situated 200 km from the Veerabhadra Temple.

8. Sanchi, Madhya Pradesh

The oldest stone structure in India (commissioned by Emperor Ashoka in 3rd century BC), the highlights of Sanchi Stupa are the four ornate toranas/gateways around the hemispherical central dome. The reliefs carved on these toranas narrate various stories related to the life, birth, and death of Buddha. It appears that they are talking to art lovers. The image below shows a female yakshi/attendant on the corner of the east Torana.

7. Hampi, Karnataka

Singularly responsible for attracting tourists and art lovers, Hampi, a village in the former capital of the Vijay Nagar Empire, is a must-visit art destination. A part of the Vittala temple complex, it houses a beautiful stone chariot, which is a shrine built in the shape of a chariot. 

6. Kolkata, West Bengal

If you are looking to witness the art of the Victorian age, then the Victoria Memorial at Kolkata is one of the most important art destinations that art lovers cannot miss. Victoria Memorial is a large marble building built by the British between 1906 and 1921in memory of Queen Victoria. Atop the central dome of the Victoria Memorial is the 16 feet tall figure of the Angel of Victory (shown in image). Now a burgeoning museum under the Ministry of Culture, the Victoria Memorial is a must-visit for art-crazy tourists.

5. Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh

If you are looking to peep into the life of the primitive man, then Bhimbhetka cave paintings located near Bhopal in Madhya Pradesh is a must-see spot for art lovers. These cave paintings date as far back as 8000 BC and are decorated with animals, people, various gods, and hunt for prey – an important site in the history of Indian Art and a must-see art destination.

4. Agra, Uttar Pradesh

One of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Taj Mahal in Agra, needs no introduction. Built by Emperor Shah Jahan (in the early 1600s) for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, it one of the favourite destinations, for art lovers and general tourists. The beautiful carvings at this world-famous white marble mausoleum and the pietra dura work are worth seeing at least once in your lifetime. The image below shows the front entrance of the monument. Art lovers across the world flock to see this eternal symbol of the love of an emperor for his wife.

3. Delhi, NCR

Delhi, the national capital is home to several well-stocked Museums, Art Galleries, and heritage sites. Out of them one that deserves a special mention and needs to be a part of the itinerary of every art lover is the famous Humayun’s tomb. Recently renovated, the tomb is a treat for art lovers. It is particularly beautiful as well as historically significant since it was the first garden-tomb and a precursor to the Taj Mahal. It was built by his widow Hajji Begum in 1570.

2. Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

The Khajuraho Group of Temples in Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in India with the largest group of medieval Hindu and Jain temples, famous for their erotic sculptures which are met with skepticism by many but are just meant to appease malevolent spirits. For art lovers, it is worth visiting to experience the scale and magnitude at which these temples have been constructed and decorated.

1. Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh

If you are a real art lover, and love sculptures, antiques and would like to see a major chunk of Indian history all in one place – then Salarjung Museum in Hyderabad city is a must-visit art destination for you. The famous marble sculpture of Veiled Rebecca will leave you breathless at the dedication and skill with which it has been made.

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Top Spots to Locate 22 Authentic Tribal Art Forms for all the Art Lovers Spread Across India!

It is believed that some paintings have the capacity to send the wandering souls of the dead to heaven, whereas some believe that their paintings are infused with a luck factor. Most of the art forms have stories associated to them! Though there are numerous art and craft forms in India, listed below are some of the top spots to locate the Tribal Art Forms spread across India, if you are a culture fanatic-

1. MANJUSHA PAINTINGS

Prominent - Bihar

-Manjusha is believed to be the only art form in India that is displayed in series, each representing a story within it.

-This art form originated in Anga Pradesh (modern day Bihar), was prominent in a festival dedicated to the snake god that took place in the district Bhagalpur.

-This art flourished heartily during the British rule in India. However, it started fading away in the middle of the 20th century. Fortunately, the Bihar government is making an effort to revive this craft and patent it as Bhagalpur folk art.

2. ROGAN PAINTINGS

Prominent - Kutch, Rajasthan

-Only 6 surviving people in India right now do the Rogan painting.

-The Khatri family living in the Kutch area of Rajasthan have been the practitioners of the art for seven generations, but they fear that this will be the last surviving generation for the Rogan painting as the future generation isn’t patient or hardworking enough to take it up.

-This extraordinary form of art is executed on fabric with castor oil, paints and a 6-inch thin metal rod. The paintings are expensive and are generally purchased by foreigners.

3. MITHILA PAINTINGS

-The Mithila painting is one of the living creative activities of the women of Bihar.

-It is a form of folk painting on paper, cloth, readymade garments, movable objects that is mainly done by the village women of Mithila.

-Originally it was a folk art, practiced by women of all castes and communities using natural and vegetable colors. Since it is practiced in only one village, and very few women make these paintings, we know that it’s one of the dying traditions of India.

4. WARLI PAINTINGS

Prominent - Maharashtra

-Warli is the name of the largest tribe found on the northern outskirts of Mumbai, in Western India. Despite being in such close proximity of the largest metropolis in India, Warli tribesmen shun all influences of modern urbanization.

-Discovered in the early seventies, Warli art is the vivid expression of daily and social events of the Warli tribe of Maharashtra, used by them to embellish the walls of village houses. Women are mainly engaged in the creation of these paintings.

-Images of human beings and animals, along with scenes from daily life are created in a loose rhythmic pattern. They usually depict scenes of human figures engaged in activities like hunting, dancing, sowing and harvesting.

5. PHAD PAINTINGS

Prominent - Rajasthan

-Originating in Rajasthan, Phad is mainly a religious form of scroll painting depicting folk deities Pabuji or Devnarayan.

-The 30 or 15 feet-long canvas or cloth that it is painted on is called phad. Vegetable colors and a running narrative of the lives and heroic deeds of deities characterize these paintings.

-The Joshi families of Bhilwara, Shahpura in Bhilwara district of Rajasthan are widely known as the traditional artists of this folk art form for the last two centuries. Presently, Shree Lal Joshi, Nand Kishor Joshi, Prakash Joshi and Shanti Lal Joshi are the most noted artists of the phad painting, who are known for their innovations and creativity.

6. MYSORE AND TANJORE PAINTINGS

Prominent - Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu

-Mysore paintings are more subtle and done on paper, while the Tanjore works on cloth stretched over wood.

-'Religious paintings with a royal heritage' is the best definition for Thanjavur paintings, now better known as Tanjore paintings.

-Originating in Tanjavur about 300 km from Chennai, this form of art developed at the height of cultural evolvement achieved during the rule of mighty Chola Empire.

-An extraordinary visual amalgamation of both art and craft, Tanjore paintings mainly consist of themes on Hindu gods and goddesses, with figures of Lord Krishna in various poses and depicting various stages of his life being the favorite.

-The characteristics of the Tanjore paintings are their brilliant color schemes, decorative jewellery, use of precious (rubies & diamonds) and semi precious stones, cut glasses and remarkable gold leaf work.

7. MADHUBANI PAINTINGS

- Madhubani painting, also referred to as Mithila Art (as it flourishes in the Mithila region of Bihar), is characterized by line drawings filled in by bright earthy colors, motifs and contrasts or patterns on freshly plastered or a mud wall.

-For commercial purposes, the work is now being done on paper, cloth, canvas etc. Cotton wrapped around a bamboo stick forms the brush. Black color is obtained by mixing soot with cow dung; yellow from turmeric or pollen or lime and the milk of banyan leaves; blue from indigo; red from the kusam flower juice or red sandalwood; green from the leaves of the wood apple tree; white from rice powder; orange from palasha flowers.

-Figures from nature & mythology are adapted to suit their style. The themes & designs widely painted are of Hindu deities such as Krishna, Rama, Siva, Durga, Lakshmi, Saraswati, Sun and Moon, Tulasi plant, court scenes, wedding scenes, social happenings etc. Floral, animal and bird motifs, geometrical designs are used to fill up all the gaps.

8. PATTACHITRA PAINTINGS

Prominent - Odisha

-One of the oldest and most popular art forms of Odisha, Pattachitra has evolved from the Sanskrit words patta, meaning canvas, and chitra, meaning picture.

-Pattachitra is thus a painting done on canvas with natural pigments, and is manifested by rich colorful application, creative motifs and designs, and portrayal of simple themes, mostly mythological in depiction. Nowadays it is also done on Tussar silk, palm leaves, wall hangings and showpieces!

-Popular themes represented through this art form are Thia Badhia - depiction of the temple of Jagannath; Krishna Lila - enactment of Jagannath as Lord Krishna displaying his powers as a child; Dasabatara Patti - the ten incarnations of Lord Vishnu; Panchamukhi - depiction of Lord Ganesh as a five-headed deity.

9. MINIATURE PAINTINGS

-The Mughals introduced the art of Miniature painting to the land of India and Humayun brought artists from Persia, who specialized in miniature painting.

-These paintings are done with utmost care and in minute details, with strong lines and bold colors set in harmonious patterns.

-The miniature artists use paper, ivory panels, wooden tablets, leather, marble, cloth and walls for their paintings. The colors are made from minerals and vegetables, precious stones, as well as pure silver and gold. The brushes are required to be very fine, and to get high-quality results; brushes even to this very day are made from hair of squirrels.

-Traditionally, the paintings are aristocratic, individualistic and strong in portraiture, where the plush court scenes and hunting expedition of royalty are depicted. Flowers and animals are also the recurrent images in the paintings.

10. BANI THANI PAINTINGS

Prominent - Kishangarh, Rajasthan

-Bani Thani is a totally different style with highly exaggerated features like long necks, large, almond shaped eyes, and long fingers. This style of painting essentially depicts Radha and Krishna as divine lovers, and beautifully portrays their mystical love.

-Other themes of Bani Thani paintings include portraits, court scenes, dancing, hunting, music parties, nauka vihar (lovers travelling in a boat), Krishna Lila, Bhagavata Purana and various other festivals like Holi, Diwali, Durga puja, and Dussehra.

-Today, many artists continue to make miniature paintings on silk, ivory, cotton, and paper. However, with the passage of time, poster colors have replaced the natural colors.

11. KALAM OR KALAMEZHUTHU

Prominent - Kerela

-Kalam is essentially a ritualistic art practiced in temples and sacred groves of Kerala where the representation of deities like Kali and Lord Ayyappa, are made on the floor.

-Kalamezhuthu is practiced using natural pigments and powders, usually in five colors. The drawing is done with bare hands without the use of tools. The figures drawn usually have an expression of anger or other emotions.

-The powders and pigments are all extracted from plants - rice powder for white, burnt husk for black, turmeric for yellow, a mixture of lime and turmeric for red and the leaves of certain trees for green. Lighted oil lamps placed at strategic positions brighten the colors.

-Ritual songs accompanied by a number of instruments (namely ilathalam, veekkan chenda, kuzhal, kombu and chenda) are sung in worship of the deity, on completion of the 'Kalam'.

12. BENGAL PAT

Prominent - Bengal

-Paintings are made with dyes made from spices, earth, soot, etc. and reflect the life and times of the society and folklore. The traditional colors used in Bengal Pat are red, indigo, green, black and ochre.

-Bengal Pat has a very interesting angle to it. Some paintings depict spoofs on retrograde social practices, thus attempting to highlight them for change.

-This art form of Bengal developed hundreds of years back when roaming minstrels used to sing about incidents of the distant past and popular lore to villagers. Some of these artists started depicting these stories on cloth scrolls for preservation and beatification.

13. GOND ART

Prominent - Madhya Pradesh (Central India)

-This art has been inspired by the hills, streams and forests in which the Gond Tribe lives. Nature and social customs are depicted by the Gond artists with a series of dots and dashes intricately arranged into forms.

-Gond paintings are made on walls, ceilings and floors of village houses in honor of customs and festivals.

-The Gonds also believe that their paintings are infused with a luck factor. The paintings are a combination of earth tones and vibrant hues, which bring the canvas to life.

14. KALAMKARI

Prominent - Chennai and Hyderabad

-This style of painting has got its name from the method of craftsmanship – ‘kalam’ meaning pen and ‘kari’ meaning work.

-The artists use fine pens made of bamboo dipped in vegetable dyes to draw. Drawings are made up of fine lines and intricate designs.

-Some Kalamkari paintings also show touches of Persian influence in motifs and design.

-Kalamkari painting flourished during the Maratha rule and developed a style called the Karuppur. It’s a work on fabric, which is enhanced with gold brocade for the royal families.

15. CHERIYAL SCROLLS

Prominent - Telangana

-The tradition of long scrolls and Kalamkari art influenced the Cheriyal scrolls, a much more stylised version of Nakashi art.

-Depicting puranas and epics, these 40-45 feet scrolls were an essential visual accompaniment as saints wandered around singing or narrating the epics. They resemble modern-day comic panels, with about 50 on each scroll.

-This dying art form is practiced by the Nakashi family only, where it has been passed down for many generations.

-They use primary colors and a vivid imagination, a stark contrast from the traditional rigor of Tanjore or Mysore paintings.

16. KALIGHAT PAINTINGS

-These paintings, on cloth and pattas, at first depicted Gods and Goddesses, but then took a turn towards social reform.

-With cheap paper and paint colors, squirrel hair brushes and color pigments, the art was characterized by flawless strokes, brushwork, and simple but bold drawings.

-It sought to raise awareness about social conditions in its viewers – rich zamindars were depicted drinking wine with women, while priests were shown with ‘unchaste’ women and police babus being sloppy.

17. PITHORA PAINTINGS

Prominent - Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh

-Pithora is a highly ritualistic painting done on the walls by several tribes such as the Rathwas and Bhilalas and they believe that these paintings in their homes bring peace, prosperity and happiness.

-The rituals are performed either to thank God or for a wish or a boon to be granted. The Badwa or the head priest of the tribe is summoned and the problems are narrated. These problems can vary from dying cattle, to unwell children in the family. The concerned person is given a solution and is asked, by the Badwa, to perform the ritual and the painting. The presence of Pithora Baba is considered as a solution to all the problems!

-Things like fields, trees, farms, wildlife, birds, sun & moon are present in their relative positions in the map along with people and their ancestors.

18. PAITKAR PAINTINGS

Prominent - Jharkand, West Bengal, Bihar, Orissa

-The Paitkar paintings are also popularly known as the scroll paintings of Jharkhand. They depict stories that are forms of Ramayana, Mahabharata or associated with other Hindu epics. They recount the story about the deeds of gods and goddesses, such as Shiva or Durga from Hindu mythology; or the local deities, such as the snake goddess Manasa.

-The Paitkar artists make the palm leaves as the base of the art and the brushes are made from the hair of squirrel and goat.

-The paintings that belong to this form have a common subject of what happens to human life after death. In Santhal tribe of Jharkhand, Jadu Patua or Paitkar painting is considered to have the capacity to send the wandering souls of the dead to heaven & thus, help to free them of pain.

19. PICHWAI PAINTINGS

Prominent - Nathdwara, Rajasthan

-Pichhwai are intricate paintings that portray Lord Krishna. It is a very ancient form of art where Krishna is shown in different moods, body postures, and attire more commonly found on a cloth or paper.

-These artists mostly live in Chitron ki gali (Street of paintings) and Chitrakaron ka mohallah (colony of painters) and make a close community with constant interaction.

-Many times a Pichhwai painting is a group effort, where several skillful painters work together under the supervision of a master artist. It is miniature form of painting and creation on the piece of cloth, which hangs in the form of background to Srinathji's idol at Nathdwara Temple.

20. SAURA PAINTINGS

Prominent - Rayagada, Gajapati, and Koraput (Orissa)

-Saure paintings, also called ikons (ekons) draw upon tribal folklore and have ritualistic and religious importance for the Saura tribe. People, horses, elephants, the sun and the moon and the tree of life are recurring motifs in these ikons.

-Ekons use natural dyes and chromes derived from ground white stone, hued earth, and vermilion and mixtures of tamarind seed, flower and leaf extracts. For wall paintings, a brush is made from a bamboo split, black color is collected from soot generated out of lamps, sun-dried rice is crushed to from white powder.

-Ikons are worshipped during special religious & cultural occasions such as childbirth, harvest, marriage and the construction of a new house.

21. SANTHAL PAINTINGS

Prominent - Bihar, Orissa and West Bengal

-The Santhal Painitng is painted with free hand and reflects the perceptions of life.

-The stories are told in a series of clear-cut images. All color pigments are traditionally derived from natural sources.

-The main theme of Santhal paintings are usually spread over rituals and celebrations such as dance, harvest, merry making, family functions and of course many Hindu deities too. They are mostly done on a handmade paper with poster colors.

22. KHOVAR AND SOHRAI PAINTINGS

Prominent - Jharkand and West Bengal

-Khovar is the mural art form, which is being practiced by Tribal women artists during the marriage season from January to June.

-The term Khovar is a popular term for the painted rock art caves across India.

-Sohrai art form used to decorate the walls is usually monochromatic or extremely colorful. The tribals coat the wall with a layer of white mud, and while the layer is still wet, they scrape with their fingertips on it. The designs that they draw out may range from flowers and fruits to various other designs inspired from nature.

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Art Tourism – A journey through Indian history

August 6, 2021

/ By Susanti Sarkar / New Delhi

Visitors at Jehangir art gallery in Mumbai (Photo: Flickr)

India is one of the richest countries in the world in terms of its cultural heritage, with a myriad of religions, languages, and traditions that have resulted in a diverse array of artistic endeavours, from sculptures and temples to modern contemporary paintings and handicrafts. From the earliest paintings ever found in India, which were animal and human figures scratched onto the Bhimbetka caves in Madhya Pradesh, to 21 st century Indian artists who have been celebrated globally like Satish Gujral and Nasreen Muhamadi, India has a plethora of schools of paintings that are displayed in galleries and museums across the country, as well as a diverse offering of regional crafts tours.

Private art galleries have been established in India since the 1900s, providing a platform where Indian modernists and contemporary artists could sell their paintings to buyers. Museums also let art lovers experience centuries of history and culture through different mediums. Countries have been endorsing art tourism as a way for tourists to appreciate art of different regions, curated specially for gallery owners, artists, collectors, museum curators and art students.

Often, these artists also travel around the world to seek ideas and inspirations for creating new art. Globally, the West, especially countries in Europe and America, is famous for such attractions, such the Louvre in Paris, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, and the Van Gogh museum in Amsterdam. Some tour companies also have tours specially designed for such tourists to travel to locations with unique pieces, explore and engage related to art, such as galleries, museum tours, and even festivals and cuisine events. Although the official concept of art tourism might not be so widespread in India yet, the country boasts a number of masterpieces that are globally recognised.

Here is a list of some of the most unique art galleries and art museums in India that feature world-famous Indian artists and works of art that continue to inspire artists today.

Government Museum, Chennai

A South-Indian Tanjore painting

The Government Museum in Chennai, also known as the Madras Museum, was established in 1851. It is the third-largest museum in the world and houses the National Art Gallery that underwent an extensive renovation with a budget of INR 110 million in 2019. It is known for containing rare works of Raja Ravi Varma, who is considered one of the greatest painters in the history of Indian Art. Varma’s works were a brilliant fusion of European academic art and Indian iconography, and he was awarded the Kaisar-i-Hind Gold Medal in 1904 by the British king emperor for his contribution to the arts and public interest in India.

One of the gallery’s most unique displays is its collection of Tanjore paintings, which are a classical South Indian painting style primarily religious in its inspiration, originating from the town of Thanjavur in Tamil Nadu. Usually done on wooden planks, the painting style is known for its rich and vivid colours, glittering gold foil work overlaid on gesso work and the incorporation of glass beads and semi-precious gems. Collections of Tanjore paintings are also housed in the British and Victoria & Albert museums in England and in the National Museum of Copenhagen, so the Government Museum is a great place for art-loving locals to see one of India’s artistic gems.

The National Gallery of Modern Art, New Delhi

Another government initiative, the National Gallery of Modern Art was started in 1954 and has over 14,000 paintings both by foreign and Indian artists such as Raja Ravi Varma and the Tagore brothers. Of the Western and Far Eastern artists, NGMA has paintings by those who visited India in the 18 th and 19 th centuries and depicted portraits and exotic Indian scenes in their art, including William Hodges and Emily Eden.

NGMA was established particularly to promote more modern contemporary art from the 19 th century onwards. One of the regional painting schools it features is Kalighat painting, which originated in the then-British-Indian capital of India, Calcutta. Artisan communities used mill-made paper and ink to illustrate romantic drawings of women or satirical paintings of the newly rich, among others. The way these paintings captured the essence of people’s daily lives made it a unique style which even today influences notable artists like Jamini Roy, whose collection is featured in NGMA.

Jehangir Art Gallery, Mumbai

A Satish Gujral creation

The Jehangir Art Gallery is a private gallery in Mumbai, which was established in 1952. It houses some of the finest art creations in the world and boasts paintings from famous Indian artists such as Jamini Roy and Arpita Singh. These artists have made a name for themselves globally and artists all over India line up for opportunities to display their work at Jehangir.

For example, Satish Gujral, who held several exhibitions at Jehangir, was one of the few Indian artists with paintings featured in the prestigious Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York. Gujral was one of the most experimental artists in the history of modern Indian art and was awarded the Padma Vibhushan in 1998, as well as international honours like Belgium’s Order of the Crown for Architecture. Thus, galleries like these provide excellent opportunities for Indians to see world-renowned artists in their own neighbourhood.

The Government Museum and Art Gallery, Chandigarh

The Chandigarh art gallery was founded in 1968 due to the partition of India in 1947. Prior to the partition, the extensive collection of paintings and sculptures belonged to the museum in Lahore but after independence, it was shared between India and Pakistan.

The art gallery holds paintings from prominent artists such as Amrita Sher-Gil and Rabindranath Tagore. Notably, the museum also has several Gandhara sculptures: different forms of Buddha, often uniquely portrayed in a beautiful, Greek-god-like form due to the Indo-Greek influence of the era.

National Museum, New Delhi

The iconic Krishna and Radha in a Pavillion Pahari painting

The National Museum in Delhi was established in 1949 and is especially prominent for displaying the largest collection of miniature paintings in the country, ranging from the time periods of 10 th to 20 th century. The museum contains around 17,000 paintings, which represent important styles of Indian miniatures, such as Deccani (South India), Mughal (Central and North India), Rajasthani and Pahari. The collection also includes a diverse array of murals, cloth and wood paintings.

Originating from the Himalayan hill kingdoms of North India, Pahari painting is one of the most illustrious and lyrically beautiful schools of paintings in Indian art history. They usually capture stories of Mughals, Rajput kings and deities. The most famous Pahari painting called Krishna and Radha in a Pavillion depicts the lovers beneath a jeweled pavilion in a lavish garden of ripe mangoes and flowering shrubs, while the sky fleetingly lights up with a lightning flash – a technique customarily used in Pahari miniatures to signify pleasure and excitement; the original can only be seen by art lovers at the National Museum.

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I am Swarna Chitrakar, and this is my story….

I belong to the village of Naya that is around 160 kms away from the city of Kolkata, in India. Our village has found a place on the cultural map of India because of its thriving tradition of Pata-chitra, or traditional scroll painting. I went through the hardships of daily life like any other woman of my community. But I wanted to break free from social shackles and taboos, especially those that prevented painting and singing by women. I settled down at Naya with my husband and daughters and started painting Pata-chitra, encouraged by my father Amar Chitrakar and my uncle Dukhushyam Chitrakar.

Traditionally this art form was practiced by the menfolk. Men primarily painted and sang while the women helped in making colors from minerals, fruits, flowers, seeds and leaves. Women were not supposed to paint the pata themselves. All this has changed now.

Naya was once a poor village, but today it is an active settlement of around 60 families of Patua – the community of scroll painters, many of whom are women. The community is called Patua and all of them have their last name as Chitrakar, meaning painter. I belong to this community of painters. Naya is now a flourishing hub of Patachitra painting and a year round cultural and tourist destination.

At one point of time, this art form was dying as electronic media made inroads into the village community. It was tough to sell the paintings and our survival was difficult. A social enterprise www.banglanatak.com started working in our village to revive the tradition with support of the Eastern Zonal Cultural Centre in 2005. There were only around 20 painters and hardly anyone knew the songs. Veteran painters like Dukhushyam, Shyamsundar, Rani Chitrakar trained the young people on painting. Dukhushyam taught singing. Audiovisual CDs were published on our painting tradition. The lost art of the use of natural colour was revived.

In 2010, www.banglanatak.com organized POT Maya a three day fair in our village. They also set up a resource centre. The resource centre provided us much needed space to practice and showcase our art tradition. The fair and the resource centre created a new tourism culture. Tourists and visitors began to pour in with great interest and I could now have a direct communication and interaction with the collectors. POT Maya held in the second weekend of November celebrated its fourth edition in 2014. Our art has found appreciation among the local people as well as across the country and the globe. More and more artists and mainly women are now involved in Patachitra and there are more than 300 painters in our village. It has opened up a new world of freedom for womenfolk particularly. The women who had restricted mobility, are enjoying a new freedom and are travelling across the country. Patuas have now travelled to countries like France, Germany, the UK, Italy, China, The US, Australia and Japan.

Today Patachitra has become a vibrant folk media telling stories not only from epics and mythology but also on new contemporary subjects. We paint on themes like climate change, violence against women, human trafficking or events like 9/11 and tsunami. Collectors and buyers travel all the way to our village to see and buy our paintings. My village Naya has now become a most important tourist destination. The Department of Micro, Small, Medium Enterprise and Textiles is now supporting development of comprehensive infrastructure as our village has emerged as a successful Rural Craft Hub.

Today, I feel so happy to see children in the village taking up brush and color on weekend mornings anticipating visitors. I feel proud and happy that I am a part of this renewed culture.

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The diversity and depth of India's heritage are well known. Every year art lovers from around the world come to India to experience its diverse culture. It is a home to several traditional art forms. If you're passionate about art, fascinated by it, or just a lover of art, you should put these Indian destinations at the top of your bucket list. The following list contains 8 spectacular tourism attractions and art sites in India that art enthusiasts must see.  ... read more

Traditional Madhubani art, commonly referred to as Mithila painting, is centered in the Mithila region of Bihar. It is one of the earliest forms of art. Five subdistricts make up the area, where Madhubani art has been practised for many generations. It's delightful how vibrant the colours are used, and how scenes from nature are shown. The towns in the region are often painted with Madhubani art. It is a must visit place for art lovers to understand the culture and history of Mithila art. (pixabay)

The vibrant art scene of Jaipur, which includes everything from dance, music, and architecture to visual arts and handicrafts, is well known. Art lovers are sure to be excited by the Hawa Mahal and Raj Mandir Cinema. The Ajmer Fort, which has played a significant role in history, culture, and even films, is one of the most spectacular sites. Last but not least, you can go to Jantar Mantar, which is not only lovely but also allows our imaginations to soar into space and gives us a glimpse into a universe beyond our own.(pixabay)

One of the most well-known tourist destinations in India is the Khajuraho Group of Temples in Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh. It is home to the largest collection of Hindu and Jain temples and is renowned for its  sculptures.  It is worthwhile for art enthusiasts to visit to see the scope and size at which these temples have been built and decorated.(pixabay)

The Vijay Nagar Empire once had Hampi as its capital. Every year, it draws tens of thousands of visitors and art enthusiasts from around the world. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as well. The heritage site is home to a number of captivating locations, including the beautiful stone chariot ,queens bath, virupaksha temple, and vijay vittala temple. It is fascinating to see the intricately crafted temples and statues. For those who enjoy art, this is a must-see location.(pixabay)

Sanchi Stupa is the oldest stone structure in India. It was constructed during the reign of Emperor Ashoka in the third century BC. There are four entrances surrounding the hemispherical central dome of the Sanchi Stupa, and each one has a wonderfully carved story about the life, birth, and death of Buddha. The stories seem to be speaking to art enthusiasts. It is one of the favourite location for photographers and art enthusiasts.(pixabay)

Andhra Pradesh's Lepakshi is a tiny village. It is a very prominent location for the art enthusiast and lovers . The enormous sculpture of Lord Shiva's Vahana Nandi draws visitors from all around the world who are passionate about art. Its unique feature is the use of a single, sizable granite block in its construction. A 200 kilometre distance separates the art work  from the Veerabhadra Temple.(pixabay)

Bhopal is situated in the heart of India , Madhya Pradesh. It is one of the most beloved destinations for art enthusiasts because of its royal culture, rich legacy, and historical arts. The Chowks, which are bordered with historic mosques and havelis, are the most noticeable aspects of Bhopal's art and culture. The city displays a remarkable fusion of Muslim and Hindu artistic influences. For fans of art, the Bhimbetka cave paintings should not be missed. This site is significant in the history of Indian art since the cave paintings there date back to 8000 BC. In addition, there are lakes, the Bharat Bhawan, and the Tribal Museum.(pixabay)

Rajput, Muslim, and British dominance in the area led to the stunning fusion of civilizations that is Agra. The diversity of Indian culture is well-known around the world, and Agra's cultural heritage is among the richest in the nation because of its intriguing past. The city has been a fertile ground for art, architecture, music, poetry, literature, and crafts for ages thanks to the support of its emperors, particularly the Mughals. It is one of the most significant historical locations in India and is home to the Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri are two other UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Agra.(Pixabay)

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• December 8, 2021
• Art , Blog , Culture , Travel
• 2 Mins Read

Every artist is constantly looking for inspiration. Travelling can not only bring a fresher perspective but can also help you with tons of fresh ideas to work with. While some cities have a great historic value some states offer modern colonial inspiration. Let us have a look at some of the best art cities of India when it comes to artistic inspiration.

Artistic Cities of India that will feed and satiate your aesthetic hunger.

Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh:

To any artist who is trying to find a lost world charm in today’s modern-day world, Varanasi is one of the best cities to get creative. The stunning Ghats on the banks of river Ganga, ancient temples, and the spiritual background of the city will certainly inspire the artist within you.

Jaipur, Rajasthan:

Rajasthan has always been a culturally rich state and the city of Jaipur adds to its glory. Jaipur is extremely efficient when it comes to architectural heritage and also textiles and jewels. The Rajputana Charm still reflects in the hustle and bustle of the city and stands tall in the form of monuments like the Jaipur City Palace , Hawa Mahal, and Jantar Mantar. Not only is it one of the most stunning but also one of the most scientifically and carefully planned cities of India.

What can we say, Rajasthan has our heart. The Lake City of Udaipur is every bit magnificent and a completely out-of-the-box city. You can see the co-existence of traditional and contemporary here as it is very evident in monuments like The Monsoon Palace, Fateh Sagar Lake, City Palace, etc. Also if you are looking to visit the yester world of the Rajput Dynasty, Chittorgarh and Kumbhalgarh will certainly be the highlight of your trip.

Chennai, Tamil Nadu:

 When in India, definitely visit the southern cities and states. The rich cultural context of Chennai reflects in the temples, lifestyle, and even recreational activities of the city.  Glimpses of secular co-existence of cultures can be observed here. You are sure to be entertained and also be inspired by the mesmerizing city of Chennai.

Kolkata, West Bengal :

Kolkata has a Bengali charisma that makes it one of the best art cities of India like no other. To paint a picture so beautiful you will have to visit Kolkata in Person. The city where the tram still runs on the roads, the unique yellow-green taxis, and the grand colonial influence reflects on the Britisher’s favourite city.  If you visit Kolkata during the Durga Utsav, you can feel goosebumps at the site of this city that completely colours itself in a red and white saree. 

Moreover, even the most creative of minds are in dire need of new ideas. Hence, these cities could inspire them. If you are an artist on the lookout for something that takes your breath away and leaves you with ‘i need to have this city in my art’ you found your right beginning.

Also follow India Chalk on Instagram for more amazing travel content. You can share your travel story with us. Reach out to us on email at contact[at]ndiachalk[dot]com. This blog is curated by India Chalk and written by Megha Sapre.

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Dec 11, 2023 • 14 min read

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India’s astonishing variety of sights has to be seen to be believed. Travelers have devoted lifetimes to exploring the famous places and forgotten corners of this incredible country, driven onwards by the certainty that there’s always more to see.

Mughal palaces, towering Hindu temples, mountain monasteries, lost kingdoms, cultured cities, and genteel hill stations in the foothills of the Himalayas all jostle for attention in a country that is proudly shaking off the legacy of colonialism and repositioning itself as a global superpower. With such incredible diversity on offer, there’s just one question – where do you start?

Well, our advice is to not take on too much during a single visit. Pick an area – the tropical south perhaps, or the northern plains, or the mountain valleys of the Himalayas – and give yourself time to pause and soak up the atmosphere as you work through your must-see list .

Wherever you go, you’re guaranteed a mind-expanding and exhilarating blast of color, soul-soaring splendor, earth-shaking history and moments of pure serenity. Equal parts magic and mayhem, this mix is what makes traveling to India such an intense and addictive experience.

While this was no easy list to compile, we’re proud to present our pick of the ten best places to visit in India.

1. Agra, Uttar Pradesh

Best for romantics and fans of Mughal history

At the top of everyone’s bucket list, the Taj Mahal is as glorious as people imagine it would be – a magnificent monument to lost love, executed in pearl-white marble. Views of the world’s most beautiful building framed by a Mughal archway or floating above the misty Yamuna River will be one of the defining moments of any trip to India.

But there’s more to the former Mughal capital than the Taj. Add on a couple of days so you can visit the architecturally stunning tomb of  Emperor Akbar , his rose-red sandstone former capital at Fatehpur Sikri and sprawling Agra Fort , one of India’s most epic fortifications. Thronged by millions of visitors, Agra is not always relaxing, but it’s eternally fascinating.

2. Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

Best for intense spirituality

There are few places as beguiling and bewitching as the sacred Hindu city of Varanasi . Millennia-old death rituals play out daily at the cremation ghats that line the bank of the sacred River Ganges, while the maze-like alleyways of the nearby old town reveal dizzying surprises at every turn. We defy anyone to visit without experiencing some internal soul-searching about their place in the universe.

Be ready for some challenges. The hard-edged realities of life and death and the inequalities that continue to cause hardship for many in India are obvious on the streets of the world’s oldest living city. But there are also moments of gentleness – rise at dawn and wander the ghats (riverside steps) and you’ll see Varanasi at its most spiritual, with its attention focused on the sacred river, before the tourist bustle changes the mood.

Planning tip: The best way to appreciate Varanasi’s famous ghats is from a rowboat. Boatmen offer their services from first light at boat stations along the west bank of the Ganges, providing views of a riverfront that has changed only superficially in seven centuries.

3. Mumbai, Maharashtra

Best for urban explorers and Bollywood hopefuls

Mumbai is the perfect place to take the pulse of modern India. The most densely populated city in the subcontinent is home to Bollywood film stars, enterprising market vendors, bankers and executives rushing to work in offices, and fishing families who can trace their origins back to the days when this mighty metropolis was just a humble village.

To understand more about the disparities of life in contemporary Mumbai, take a socially responsible tour through the city’s huge and disadvantaged Dharavi district with Reality Tours & Travel ; 80% of the profits go back to social projects providing opportunities for those left behind by Mumbai’s push for success.

The city’s can’t-miss excursion is the boat trip to the 1500-year-old, UNESCO World Heritage-listed rock-cut temples of Elephanta Island , but fantastic street food is the city’s great leveler. Don’t leave without sampling Mumbai's signature snack, bhel poori – puffed rice and fried dough with lentils, onions, herbs and savory chutneys, best sampled on the beach at Chowpatty or Juhu.

Detour: With time to spare in Mumbai, head to the northern suburbs, where Sanjay Gandhi National Park protects a sprawl of dry forest, home to leopards, deer, monkeys and serene Buddhist cave temples.

Best for an extraordinary taste of Tibet

In the far northwest of India, sheltered from the monsoon by the rain shadow of the Himalayas, the former Buddhist kingdom of Ladakh is culturally and geographically closer to western Tibet than anywhere in India. In this high-altitude moonscape, towering Tibetan monasteries melt into a landscape of barren rock and wind-sculpted hoodoos (don’t miss fabulous Hemis and Thiksey on the road linking Ladakh to Himachal Pradesh ). 

Most visitors start in the atmospheric capital, Leh , before roaming to neighboring valleys for homestay treks and trips to view turquoise salt lakes and colorful masked dances at ancient monasteries. Ladakh wasn't touched by China’s Cultural Revolution, so this is perhaps the closest independent travelers can come to experiencing the original culture of Tibet.

Planning tip: Getting to Ladakh is half the fun. Flights run to Leh even in the depths of winter, but the most enjoyable way in is overland, by road from either Srinagar in Kashmir or Manali in Himachal Pradesh. Buses and shared 4WDs run as long as the passes are open from June to the end of September, or you can tackle the route on a rented Enfield motorcycle.

5. Kolkata, West Bengal 

Best for culture vultures

The capital of colonial British India until 1911, Kolkata (formerly Calcutta) is India’s third-biggest metropolis and the country's intellectual and artistic capital. Spend a few days exploring the energetic bazaars, cultured museums and British-era landmarks, and you’ll soon fall in love with Kolkata’s irrepressible energy.

To really get to know Kolkata, sign up for a Bengali cooking course and visit the revered temple at Kalighat , where the goddess Kali is appeased with sacrifices. With more time to spare, book an overnight wildlife-watching tour to the nearby Sundarbans Tiger Reserve , a legendary stalking ground for royal Bengal tigers.

Planning tip: Try to time your visit to coincide with the festival of Durga Puja in September or October, when vividly colorful effigies of the goddess are displayed in pandals (ceremonial tents) all over the city.   

6. Jaisalmer, Rajasthan

Best for desert drama

The desert state of Rajasthan shows India at its most romantic and soft-filtered. Expect a mirage of camel caravans, ornate palaces, mighty forts, turbaned traders and intense colors, set against a backdrop of shifting desert sands. It’s unbelievably photogenic, but also firmly on the tourist map, so expect to share the experience with a crowd.

The pink-sandstone monuments of Jaipur , the ice-white lakeside palaces of Udaipur , and views of blue-hued Jodhpur from its lofty fort are all stunning experiences, but the city that delivers the biggest jolt to the senses is Jaisalmer , seeming sculpted from the living rock of the desert.

Its tangled lanes, towering fortress and beautifully ornate haveli (traditional houses) could have been plucked from the pages of One Thousand and One Nights , and the surrounding desert is the evocative setting for overnight camel safaris.

Planning tip: While it is possible to stay inside the fortified city, visitor numbers are having an impact on Jaisalmer’s historic heart. We recommend staying outside the walls instead – there are plenty of hotels and guesthouses within strolling distance of the fort.

7. The Kerala Backwaters

Best for lovers of slow travel

After the dusty, densely populated northern plains, tropical South India offers a lusher, more laid-back travel experience. The quintessential trip here is a slow-paced canal cruise through the emerald-green backwaters of Kerala , a 900-mile network of languid, coconut-fringed waterways, offering views of an ever-changing tableaux of South Indian life.

Hire a traditional houseboat in Alappuzha for a multiday trip, then settle in for a succulent Keralan seafood curry prepared by your personal chef as the sunset blushes over shimmering waters and silhouetted palm fronds. Post-cruise, it’s just a short hop up the coast to historic Kochi (Cochin) , with its cantilevered fishing nets and Kathakali dance theaters.

8. Bodhgaya, Bihar

Best for budding Buddhists

As the birthplace of Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism (plus countless smaller faiths), India is defined by sacred geography. Even here, however, few places resonate more powerfully than the Bodhi tree where Prince Siddhartha Gautama achieved enlightenment to become the Buddha (Awakened One).

The town that has grown up around this sacred spot is home to dozens of Tibetan and Southeast Asian–style temples and monasteries, with a busy program of Buddhist teachings and courses. It’s the ideal destination for any spiritual explorer.

To get a feel for Bodhgaya ’s rhythms, come early to the Mahabodhi complex and settle in beside chanting Tibetan pilgrims to meditate on the nature of impermanence. Travel experiences don’t get much more profound than this.

Planning tip: Bodhgaya is just one stop on the so-called "Buddhist circuit," taking in key locations from the life of the historical Buddha. Local buses run to nearby Rajgir, the site of one of the first Buddhist monasteries, and Nalanda's ancient Buddhist university complex.  

9. Darjeeling, West Bengal

Best for a premium cup of tea with a view

Fanned by the cool breezes of the eastern Himalayas, surrounded by manicured tea estates and basking in front of epic Himalayan views, Darjeeling is easy to fall for.

For a perfect day, watch the dawn break over 8586m (20,169ft) Kangchenjunga, learn the difference between first-flush and white teas on a plantation tour, linger over an afternoon cuppa at the  Windamere Hotel , then learn about the Tibetan experience at the Tibetan Refugee Self-Help Centre .

The classiest way to arrive is via the nostalgic, narrow-gauge toy train ; book tickets in advance and check to see if the steam service is running (the diesel train follows the same route, but has less charm). Don’t miss the Buddhist gompas (monasteries) dotted around the city. Below Darjeeling on the fringes of Ghum, historic Yiga Choeling Gompa has a special magic.

Planning tip: Darjeeling isn’t the only interesting stop in the area. Shared 4WDs buzz from Darjeeling to Kalimpong , another historic township with colorful Buddhist monasteries, Himalayan views and pretty flower nurseries. 

10. Hampi, Karnataka

Best for a full immersion in history

Between the 14th and 16th centuries CE, the capital of the Vijayanagar empire at Hampi was home to half a million people, but this ancient metropolis was almost completely abandoned, leaving 3700 stone monuments scattered across a surreal plain of boulders.

This is a place to linger, strolling between the boulders to find carved masonry, forgotten shrines and the handsome remains of some of South India’s most dramatic stone temples.

Glance up as you wander and you’ll see rock climbers tackling bouldering routes using chisel marks made by ancient masons. Rent a motorcycle or scooter and you can roam further afield, taking in the hilltop temple marking the spot where the monkey god Hanuman first met Lord Rama.

Planning tip: Hampi is a short bus ride from the town of Hosapete – get here by overnight train from Goa’s beaches, historic Hyderabad or the cosmopolitan southern city of Bengaluru .

11. Arunachal Pradesh

Best for stepping off the map

Tucked away near Bangladesh, the eight Northeast States – Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura and Sikkim – are India’s wild frontier. Until the 1990s, this region of rugged mountain valleys was mostly off-limits to foreigners, and visitor numbers are still small – people who travel here earn the right to call themselves proper explorers. 

Sikkim is the most famous destination in the Northeast States, but we’d encourage you east towards the forested foothills and jagged mountains of Arunachal Pradesh , where tribal communities follow a diverse range of traditional belief systems, from the Buddhist Monpa people of Tawang to the animist Apatani people of the Ziro valley. 

Planning tip: Travel takes a bit of effort in Arunachal Pradesh; you’ll need to apply for a permit to enter the state, and local transport is patchy. By far the easiest way to explore is with a chartered 4WD and driver (easily arranged in Guwahati in Assam).  

12. Amritsar, Punjab

Best for experiencing the power of devotion

India has pilgrimage destinations to spare, but few come close to the vibrant energy of the Golden Temple in Amritsar. The most sacred site for the Sikh religion is a gleaming jewel box, floating in a mirror-like sacred pool, thronged day and night by an unbelievable mass of pilgrims. You don’t have to be spiritually inclined to feel its powerful rhythms. 

Joining devotees at the Sri Harmandir Sahib – the gold-paneled shrine at the heart of the complex – is incredibly moving. Staying overnight in the pilgrims' hostels that flank the temple compound only adds to the intensity. A donation is much appreciated for accommodation if possible, though pilgrims of all means will be accommodated if space is available. You can also sit down for meals at the temple langar (kitchen), which provides cost-free nourishment to a staggering 100,000 people per day (again, a donation is appreciated if you have the means).

Planning tip: Don’t limit your explorations to the Golden Temple – the surrounding bazaars buzz with energy and atmosphere, with vendors selling everything from embroidered chappals (sliders) to brass and polished steel pots and pans.   

13. Mysuru (Mysore), Karnataka

Best for feeling like a Maharaja

The atmospheric South Indian city of Mysuru has multiple charms: towering temples, one of India’s most evocative marketplaces, and the almost impossibly extravagant crib that is Mysuru Palace , the ancestral home of the Wadiyar maharajas. No building conjures up the extravagant lives of India’s royal rulers quite so vividly – every room is a fantasy, every ornament an heirloom. 

Around the palace are busy bazaars, rewarding museums and a string of Hindu temples in the classic Dravidian (Southern Indian) architectural style. Devote several days to wandering the streets, hiking up to the Sri Chamundeshwari Temple on Chamundi Hill and feasting on fiery vegetarian  thalis (plate meals) in Mysuru’s restaurants.  

14. Bandhavgarh National Park, Madhya Pradesh

Best for tiger encounters

The national parks of Madhya Pradesh are some of the best places on the planet to get close to royal Bengal tigers. Seeing one of these striped superstars loping out of the jungle will stay with you for a lifetime – as well as leaving you heartbroken at the thought of how few tigers still survive in the wild.

Everyone has their favorite tiger reserve, but we rate Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve near Jabalpur for the density of wildlife in its central Tala range. Around 70 tigers roam these dry forests, alongside leopards, monkeys, deer and gaur – India’s gigantic wild buffalo. There’s a high likelihood of sightings if you devote several days to 4WD safaris (elephant safaris should be avoided as riding can be harmful to these vulnerable animals). 

Planning tip: The best time to see tigers is first thing in the morning – safaris start at 5:30am to catch tigers before they stake out a shady spot in the undergrowth to sleep through the heat of the day. 

15. Madurai, Tamil Nadu

Best for religious splendor

South India's Hindu temples are a joyous celebration of the divine, decorated inside and out with vividly colorful depictions of deities and supernatural beings, both fearsome and sublime. In the southern city of Madurai , the towering gopurams (gateway towers) of the Meenakshi Amman Temple provide a three-dimensional guide to the main deities of the Hindu pantheon.

The current temple was constructed in the 17th century, but the site has been sacred to Meenakshi, the queen of the Pandya kingdom and an incarnation of the goddess Parvati, for at least 2000 years. Come early in the morning to watch sunrise bring the temple to life, then pop to the nearest branch of Murugan Idli Shop for some of the south’s best idli (steamed rice and lentil cakes).  

Detour: A short bus or train ride from Madurai, Tiruchirappalli – aka Trichy – is another top spot for temple enthusiasts. The looming Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple is one of the world’s largest Hindu shrines, covering 155 acres (63 hectares) and topped by 21 deity-encrusted towers. More temples crown the rocky outcrop at the heart of the city, offering epic views over the rooftops.  

This article was first published March 2022 and updated December 2023

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Indian Paintings History, techniques & facts

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• March 30, 2020
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Paintings are considered the supreme manifestation of one’s feelings and thoughts with the help of colour and brush. Paintings are not merely decoration but the subtle form of art work like other fine and aesthetic arts. Since time imperials the Indian paintings have bar alluring the lovers of art. Indian painting traditions very vary from state to state like Madhuani paintings are different to Kishangarh style. It all happens on account of the varied historical inferences, style of school and the availability of the raw waierals for making the paintings.

What are the oldest Indian Paintings?

As historians believe that the oldest paintings in India are the rock paintings of the early man. Worth mention are the Bhimbetka cave paintings which dates back to 15000 years old traditions of the later age paintings are those which are found on the pats of the Indus valley people which date back to 3 rd century B.C. Many such terracotta pats are found in the excavations carved out in different sites of India and Pakisthan such Poti are preserved in the museum most intact cave paintings can be seen in Ajanta and Ellora caves which date back to 1 to 5 th century A.D.

What are the places to see the oldest paintings of India?

The important places to encounter the oldest Indian tradition of paintings are Ajanta caves which are made of volcanic rock. The Buddhist monks devoted their skill of hammer and chisel on the surface of the stone walls and painted the life and events of Lord Buddha and his teachings. Besides Ajanta, you can find the old specimen of paintings in Bagh, Badari and Ellora also. Badani was the ancient capital of the Chalukya dynast. These are four caves of the 6 to 7 th century. The ceiling of the cave is painted with rich colours displaying Lord Brimha with has swan. The outstanding Bagh caves of Madhya Pradesh made in 4 to 6 th century are vivid and have a magnetic artist. Besides the jog makes caves of Chattisgarh made in the 1 st century contains the oldest interior designs. The paintings are not religious like Ajanta and other places rather they dyrict human emotion and activities at large like damming, singing Kanhari caves located at the outskirts of Mumbai are also of 10 th century A.D.

As historians believe that the oldest paintings in India are the rock paintings of early man. Worth mention are the Bhimbetka cave paintings which date back to 15000 years old traditions of the later age paintings are those which are found on the pats of the Indus valley people which date back to 3 rd century B.C. Many such terracotta pats are found in the excavations carved out in different sites of India and Pakisthan such Poti are preserved in the museum most intact cave paintings can be seen in Ajanta and Ellora caves which date back to 1 to 5 th century A.D.

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Various Techniques of Indian Paintings           

The paintings of India are appraised for their precision, variety of traces and the application of diverse techniques to bring about the exquisite effect. In the kalankari technique the outlines of the paintings are drawn with the help of burnt tamarind things dipped in molasses. The colours obtained from vegetables are applied to make shades. These paintings display mythological figures.

What is Madhubani Painting?

Madhubani technique of paintings cave from Bihar originally it was done on walls, but now you can see it on fabrics and paper also. In this form of painting the straight lines are drawn and filled with bright colours. The Pata Chitra tradition is related to the family of Jagannath temple of Puri in Orissa. While during painting on the surface of cloth or cotton it is made leathery by applying the mixture of Jaggeny, Chalk and quer. In thses painting you find the devotional themes and miracles of dieters.

The thangka paintings of Leh and Ladakh have the theme of Lord Budhha. They are made on silk and used as wall haring. The Shekhawati style of paintings can be with used in the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan. As you visit the famous havelis of Mandawa and Navalgarh or you visit the places, houses or other buildings, you can find the walls, callings and balconies proudly painted.

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What is Glass painting?

One more painting technique is worth mentioning and it is glass painting. This dates back to 16 th century Maharaja of Tanjore in Tamil Nadu. In this technique the paintings are done on both glass and if ot to be done on board a cloth is applied first. After the sketch is ready the semi precious stone, golf leaf and gift metal is stuck with sawdust and adhesive. The artists find pleasure in making various poses of Lord Krishna.

What is the technique of Phad Indian Paintings?

Phad literally means long piece of cloth or caevass. As the name signifies the paintings are done on long cloth near Bhilwara district of Rajasthan. The principal themes of this painting school are the heroic deeds and the depiction of colour of famous Rajput rulers. In this technique first of all outlines are drawn in block and them bright colours are filled like wisely.

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The Best Retreats and Homestays for Artists in India

India is not just a country of engineers and computer-coders ; it also has its fair share of artists and there are lots of beautiful places to visit if you’re seeking artistic inspiration. Homestays and studios especially for artists are located in some of the most beautiful natural environments to satisfy the demand from independent artists and provide a unique, enriching experience. Here are some of the best retreats and homestays for artists in India.

Vaayu Vision Collective is a part of the larger Vaayu Waterman’s Village in Ashwem, Goa . Artists from all parts of the world access the space to attend workshops and events and let their creativity flow in the picturesque location by the ocean. Vaayu is a great place for painters, as well as street-artists and sculptors. The establishment provides utilities, kitchen, rooms, WiFi and locker space.

Vaayu Waterman’s Village, Ashwem Beach Road, Ashwem, Mandrem, Goa 403527, India, +91 98500 50403

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2. Sangam House Nrityagram

Sangam is a Hindi word that means ‘confluence’. In Nrityagram on the outskirts of Bangalore, Sangam House Residency aims to create a space of confluence for writers from all over the world (the courses are best suited for writers with some experience). People spend the day by themselves doing whatever they choose, then there are group activities to participate in during the evenings.

Sangam House Residency, Agra Bombay Rd, New Palasia, Indore, Madhya Pradesh 452001, India

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3. HH Art Spaces

HH Art Spaces is a brilliant treasure-trove for artists, established in 2014 by Nikhil Chopra, Madhavi Gore and Romain Loustau. They wanted to create a community of national and international artists, to nurture their ideas and expose them to other cultures and art forms. Artists are given room in a century-old Portuguese-Goan villa, and numerous workshops, art exhibitions and events are on hand to keep them busy.

HH Art Spaces, Arpora, Goa 403519, India, +91 94228 45208

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An initiation by the people who set up Kochi-Muziris Biennale in Kerala, Pepper House is a 160,000 square foot area between Fort Kochi and the famous Bazar Road. The residency invites artists from all over the world to display their art, attend workshops and events and stay in Goa to soak up its magical atmosphere.

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4. Khoj Artists Association

Unlike many artist residencies, Khoj provides financial support for artists too, along with providing space for their work. Khoj began as a ‘space for artists, run by artists’, and has gained a reputation for housing artists with alternative tastes and giving them a place to simply be while they are immersed in their ideas.

Khoj International Artists Association, S-17, Khirkee Extension, Khirki Extension, Block J, Malviya Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110017, India, +9111 6565 5873

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5. What About Art?

What About Art? is in the middle of the cosmopolitan city of Mumbai . Started in 2013, the space acts as an open studio for artists to come together, showcase their work and take part in art conferences. The establishment is frequented by curators and art experts. Artists have access to five studios and technical assistance, too.

What About Art?, Flat No. 07, 1st floor, Baitush Apartments (near Sigdi Restaurant), 29th Road, Bandra West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400050, India , +91 99202 11798

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KYTA (Karma Yatri Travel and Art) invites 10 artists every year to produce a creation by the end of their stay. Sitting amid the breathtaking Himalayan mountains in the village of Kalga, KYTA encourages all kinds of art – architecture, photography, music and much more. KYTA’s aim is to bring different creative minds together and enjoy the results! The village is used as an open gallery for the art they produce.

KYTA, Sosan, Himachal Pradesh 175134, India,

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7. Art Ichol

The eponymous Art Ichol gets its name from the nearby village. It has three separate residencies: The Art Ichol Skill Centre, Amaria, the writer’s retreat, and the Maihar Heritage Home. The space aims to be a commune for craft enthusiasts and artisans.

Maihar, Madhar Pradesh, India

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8. Preet Nagar Residency

Preet Nagar in Amritsar, Punjab, is a space created by the grandson of the novelist Gurbaksh Singh who, in 1933, built a planned township and invited artists and craftspeople to stay. But the space lost its prominence with time, until one of his successors decided to revive the 175-acre land and make it a welcoming place for artists once again.

Preet Nagar Residency, Ajnala-Chuganwan Rd, Punjab 143110, India , +91 99996 45610

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9. Sanskriti Kendra

Sanskriti Kendra aims to preserve and promote traditional Indian art forms. Built in 1978, the space has museums that showcase ancient Indian crafts and art. Situated in the capital of India, Delhi , Sanskriti Kendra encourages artists, scholars, writers and other creative individuals to participate in group workshops and learning.

Sanskriti Museums, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Road, Anand Gram, Ghitorni, New Delhi, Delhi 110047, India , +9111 6570 5044

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10. Craft Village

Craft Village in Delhi is a space for animators, film-makers, graphic designers and fashion designers. The place is built to host artists from all over the world and teach them local crafts. Craft Village provides studios, meals, a mini amphitheatre and office spaces. It is open to artists throughout the year for specific durations.

Craft Village, 19 B, Shiv Ji Marg, West End Greens, Rangpuri, New Delhi, Delhi 110037, India , +91 99107 54364

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11. TATVA Center

‘A collaborative, multi-disciplinary and existential-humanistically informed project’, TATVA Center is a therapeutic place for artists and the only one of its kind in the country. Situated amid lush green pastures and the idyllic sea off the Goan coast, TATVA encourages people to use paintings, sculptures and other medium to express what they’re feeling. TATVA Center, Corjuem, Aldona, Goa 403508, India, +91 96201 44056

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India is a country that attracts millions of tourists every year and is considered one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. These visitors are attracted to its natural beauty and cultural heritage. It has many historic sites as well like the Taj Mahal, Golden Temple, Red Fort, etc. With so much to offer, it’s no surprise that tourism is one of the main sources of revenue for the country! 

Tourism in India has been seen as a major tool to bring about socio-economic development to the people of the country. India’s tourism industry has grown steadily in recent years. Not only this, India Tourism industry also provides employment opportunities to several people from all parts of the world. There are ample numbers of hotels, resorts, food joints and various other amenities available for tourists arriving in India. 

No wonder Tourism is an important foreign exchange earner for India. The Department of Tourism, Ministry of Civil Aviation, Government of India is the apex body for the largest development and promotion of Indian tourism. To promote tourism in India, the government has been implementing a number of campaigns and schemes. These include Incredible India campaign along with a number of planned events such as the International Travel Mart, Destination India Exhibitions worldwide and Indian Cultural Festivals Abroad to attract foreign tourists.

India is a vast country with a lot to offer. Therefore, it comes as no surprise that millions of people pay India a visit every year. The country offers a variety of sights and sounds to enjoy, from the vibrant cities to the peaceful countryside. With its diversity of tourist attractions, India is also known for yoga and meditation. From the snow-capped Himalayas to the tropical beaches of Goa, from the wildlife of Assam to the largest tea field of Kerala, there is something new in every corner of this country. Moreover, with major cities such as Mumbai, Bangalore, Chandigarh, and Delhi being so well connected by air, road, and rail networks from across the globe, it’s easy to get around and explore some of the most iconic landmarks in India.

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A country with a rich and colourful history, India is home to some of the world’s most fascinating cultures. India is a country located in South Asia and the capital of India is New Delhi. The Government of India, the Constitutional Republic represents a highly diverse population of thousands of ethnic groups and the many languages spoken in the country.

According to the Population Reference Bureau (PRB), it has a population of over 1.2 billion, making it the second-most populous country in the world. Built-in approximately 9,000 years ago, India was largely self-contained and became a cultural arena associated with Hinduism. The roots of this tradition can be traced to the Indus civilization.

Other religions such as Buddhism and Jainism originated in India, where Buddhism spread throughout Asia, while both religions are quite popular in the subcontinent. India has also developed a rich intellectual life in such fields as astronomy, fine art, architecture, mathematics, and music.

The country has been recognized for its economic development since gaining independence in 1947. It has become the seventh-largest country in the world, and it is geographically distinct from other Asian nations because of its location between mountains and the sea. India is a country of many contrasts, from the Indian Ocean to snow-capped peaks and the deserts in Rajasthan to the green forests of Kerala.

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India Quick Overview

Official Name:

Bharat (Sanskrit), Republic of India (English)

Capital Of India:

Population:

1,210,569,573 (2011 Census)

3,287,263 square kilometres

Geographical Location:

Latitudes 8° 4′ and 37° 6′ North

Longitudes 68° 7′ and 97° 25′ East

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Major Religions:

Hinduism, Islam, Sikhism, Christianity, Buddhism, Judaism, Jainism, Zoroastrianism

National Anthem:

Jana Gana Mana by Rabindranath Tagore

National Song:

Vande Mataram by Bankimchandra Chatterji

National Emblem:

An adaptation of the Lion Capital of Ashoka at Sarnath

National Animal:

Royal Bengal Tiger

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National Sport:

Hockey (Unofficial)

There are two official languages of the Union Government of India – Hindi and English.

National Flag:

The national flag of India is a horizontal rectangular tricolour of India, saffron, white and India green; A 24-spoke wheel, in dark blue colour at its centre, with the Ashoka Chakra.

History of India

India’s history can be broken down into three major phases. The first phase is the ancient period known as Ancient India, which covers thousands of years that began when humans first settled in India. This period includes the Indus Valley Civilization (c. 3300-1300 BCE), which is considered one of the world’s oldest civilizations and a precursor to modern Indian culture.

In medieval India, a period in Indian history is seen as lasting from the ancient period to the Mughal Empire. This long span of time begins in the 6th century AD and ends in 1526 when the empire was established. Some historians believe that it started later than these dates and ended earlier.

In the early 20th century, India was also experiencing a period of change. In 1857, the Indian independence movement began in Bengal with the first nationalistic revolutionary movement. The British Empire controlled India at this time and it lasted until 1947 when India gained its independence.

Culture of India

India has a rich cultural heritage, reflected in its diverse population. The country’s culture has been shaped by various external and internal influences. Over the centuries, India has seen a significant fusion of Hindus, Muslims, Jains, Sikhs and Buddhists. These religions are collectively known as Indian religions as they originated in India.

“Unity in diversity” – these are words that do not just hold meaning but can be applied to a country like India. From the time of Mauryas, Cholas and Mughals to the period of the British Empire, India has always been famous for its traditions and hospitality.

Due to warm relations and a sense of celebration, India has a special place in the global community. Its vibrant culture is an amalgamation of religions, festivals, food, arts, crafts and dance. The country is vibrant, eclectic, and attracts many tourists for its culture. Popularly known as the land of God, the country of India has everything from culture to values, customs and traditions that defines its beauty. Also, explore the beauty of  Indian Tribes  that adds colour and beauty to the culture of India. 

Best Time To Visit In India

Month: Jul to Sep

Climate: Hot

Monsoon in India: Monsoon holidays are definitely memorable as they offer a wide range of experiences. Monsoons can be relaxing, especially with the cooler temperatures of the rainy season. Contrary to popular belief, the monsoon in India can be a wonderful time to explore this beautiful country. Whether you want to take advantage of Ayurveda in South India or explore some of the natural destinations of India, the monsoon is the best time to enjoy it everywhere in India.

Month: Apr to Jun

Climate:Hot & Humid

Summer in India: In the summer, you can enjoy pleasant weather while exploring wonderful sights and interesting things to do. India has many tourist destinations for you to visit in summer across the country. You can go to the pristine beaches of Andaman, Goa or Kerala, visit holy places in the high peaks of Uttarakhand, romantic hill stations in India, and so on. For adventure seekers, summer brings excellent opportunities for enjoying various adventurous activities in India!

Month: Dec to Feb

Climate:Very Cool

Winter in India: As the temperature drops, most of the country experiences chilly air that also is a great time to visit in India. The months from November to March are ideal for exploring this wonderful country and enjoying its festivities. Pleasant climate, charming surroundings and variety of activities like snow skiing, paragliding, camping, etc provide a unique holiday experience at the most visited holiday destinations in India.

Estimated Budget Required To Travel To India

When planning a trip to India, it is important to consider the costs associated with travelling within the country. Although many people enjoy visiting India for its cultural significance, for some travellers the cost of the trip will vary depending on the activities they do. For an individual, a week in India usually costs INR 17,000 to 18,000. So for two people, a week would cost around INR 36,000. If a couple is planning to travel to India for two weeks, they will spend around Rs 70,000- 72,000 during their India tour. While the price of food in India may vary, the average cost is INR 500-600 per day. Depending on spending habits, an average meal would cost around Rs 200-300 per person and breakfast would be cheaper than lunch or dinner.

Regions In India

The country can be divided into four distinct regions: North, West, South and East. India is both a beautiful and varied country and features many different landscapes. It is a beautiful destination surrounded by cold mountains, dry deserts, vast plains, hot and humid plateaus vast beaches and tropical islands. It is a country that offers something for everyone and every type of tourist. The diversity of the destinations, the ease of access and affordability have made India one of the most sought-after tourist destinations in Asia. Whether you’re looking for magnificent palaces, exotic wildlife or beaches, India has it all. With each region offering unique attractions, there is something for everyone – be it adventure seekers or heritage lovers.

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Facts about India

• India is the only country that has not invaded any other nation in the past 10,000 years.
• India was once one of the richest countries in the world before being invaded by the British in the early 17th century. It is also one of the first places in the world where diamonds were found.
• Sanskrit is a very old language that belongs to the Indo-European family of languages, from which most modern European languages originate.
• Saint Gyandev is credited with creating Snakes and Ladders in the 13th century. The ladders in the game represent virtues, while snakes symbolise vices. The game has undergone several modifications over the years, but its original meaning remains unchanged.
• Chess is a two-player strategy board game that was invented in India. It was originally called “Chaturanga”, which means “four members of an army” in Sanskrit. Today, chess is one of the most popular games in the world and has inspired many variations, including Blitz chess.
• Brahmagupta was the first to develop the concept of zero, while Aryabhata developed the place value system. In the sixth century, Brahmagupta wrote a book called Brahmasphutasiddhanta, which described zero and how it could be used as a number in mathematical equations. Aryabhata developed the place value system, which is still used in modern-day mathematics.
• In the sixth century, Budhayana was the first person to calculate the value of pi. He did this well before any mathematician in Europe. Bhaskaracharya calculated the time (365.258756484 days) taken by the Earth to orbit the Sun long before Western astronomers.
• Ayurveda, which is the earliest school of medicine in the world, was born in India thousands of years ago. In fact, it is said that Ayurveda was created by Lord Brahma himself.
• The Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru has won the SKYTRAX Award 2020 for being in the ‘Best Airport category’ in the world and is awarded the ‘Best Airport Staff in India & Central Asia’ at the Skytrax World Airport Awards 2021.
• India is the only country with over 300,000 mosques and 2 million Hindu temples.

Major Celebrations in India

1.    Republic Day: Republic Day is an important holiday in India. It is celebrated on January 26 every year to honour the constitution of India, which was adopted on this day in 1950.

2.    Independence Day: On August 15, Indians celebrate Independence Day to commemorate freedom from British rule in 1947.

3.    Gandhi Jayanti: Gandhi Jayanti is celebrated on October 2 every year to mark the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, who was popularly known as the Father of the Nation.

4.    Holi: Holi is a popular Indian festival that celebrates the eternal and divine love of Radha and Krishna. It is a popular festival, known as the festival of Colours, Love, and Spring. 

5.    Baisakhi: Celebrated in the month of April, Baisakhi or Vaisakhi is one of India’s most popular harvest festivals. It marks the formation of Khalsa Panth under the guidance of the tenth Sikh Guru, Guru Gobind Singh, in 1699.

6.    Eid: Eid al-Fitr, is marked as the end of Ramadan, the Muslim holy month of celebration and fasting. It is celebrated during the first three days of Shawwal (in the 10th month of the Islamic calendar).

7.    Onam: Onam, or Thiruvonam, is an ancient harvest festival of Kerala. It is celebrated throughout the state with great joy and happiness. Onam is a colourful festival that marks the homecoming of King Mahabali and his legendary return to Kerala every year.

8.    Diwali: Diwali is the festival of lights that celebrates the victory of good over evil. It is one of the major Hindu festivals, as well as celebrated by Jains, Sikhs and Buddhists, symbolizing the eradication of darkness and negativity.

Things to Buy in India

• Traditional Indian paintings, Art and Crafts
• Authentic Indian curry powder/Pickles
• Popular Indian Tea
• Assam silk, Sarees and kurtas from West Bengal 
• Kondapalli toys
• Kashmiri carpets and Pashmina shawls
• Natural Ayurvedic Products
• Spices and Herbs from Spice Capital of India
• Leather products from the Leather City of India
• Rajasthani Jewellery/tribal jewellery
• Karnataka Sandalwood carvings 
• Punjabi Jutti (footwear)

Top 10 Tourist Places to Visit in India

There are so many  places to visit in India . Some of them are mentioned below:

1.    Jammu & Kashmir – Heaven On Earth: Jammu and Kashmir is a beautiful state situated in the northwest of India in the Himalayan Region. From lush green valleys to snow-capped mountains, there is something for everyone in this scenic state. Its natural beauty, rich culture, and exciting activities make it a great place to visit. There are many  tourist destinations in Jammu & Kashmir  and the state is popular for its traditional handicrafts, apples, and dried fruits. The place offers a breathtaking view to its visitors and introduces a green valley surrounded by deep forest.

2.    Ladakh – The Land Of High Passes: Ladakh offers breathtaking mountain scenery and a large number of monasteries and temples that are well worth a visit. History buffs will also enjoy visiting the ancient kingdom of Lo Manthang, located in the Mustang district of Ladakh. The landscapes are rugged and varied, with high mountain peaks, fertile valleys, and stark deserts. And, there are plenty of things to do in Ladakh including trekking, biking, and white water rafting.

3.    Shimla – Queen Of Hills: Shimla is one of the most popular hill stations in India, known for its stunning Himalayan scenery. It is one of the most popular travel destinations in India. Its stunning scenery and cool climate make it a perfect place to escape the heat of the Indian summer. With its stunning natural beauty and rich culture,  Shimla hill station  attracts visitors from all over the world.

4.    Delhi – The Heart Of India: Delhi is an ancient city with a rich history, dating back to the Mahabharata era. Over the centuries, it has been ruled by a number of different dynasties, each of which has left its mark on the city. Today, Delhi is a bustling metropolis and one of the most popular tourist destinations in India. There are many places to visit in Delhi, from historical sites and temples to modern shopping malls and restaurants.

5.    Rajasthan – The Land Of Kings: Rajasthan is a land of forts, palaces, deserts and tigers. The vast region in northwest India is one of the most colourful in the country. It is one of the most colourful and culturally rich states in the country. It was once the home of maharajas, their grand palaces and opulent lifestyles. There are plenty of  places to visit in Rajasthan , visitors can explore hill forts and hunting lodges from the era of the Rajput kings, marvel at intricately carved temples, wander through pink sandstone cities and visit Ranthambore National Park.

6.    Sikkim – Indrakil (The Garden Of The War God Indra): Sikkim is known for its natural beauty, with its landscape consisting of tall mountains, glaciers, valleys, and rivers. Located near the borders of Nepal and Bhutan, it is home to a diverse mix of cultures and ethnic communities. Moreover, from snow-capped mountains and mighty rivers to serene lakes and dense evergreen forests, there are a number of  tourist places in Sikkim . Some popular destinations include Darjeeling, Gangtok, and Gurudongmar Lake. The state is blessed with natural beauty that is unrivalled by any other state in the country.

7.    Mumbai – The City Of Dreams: Mumbai, the Hollywood city of India and home to more than 21 million people, is a city rich in culture and history. It’s a place where you can witness the ancient and the modern coexist side by side. From historical monuments like Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and Town Hall to Gateway of India and Elephanta Caves and Marine Drive, there are many  places to visit in Mumbai . If you’re looking for an adventure, or simply want to experience another side of India.

8.    Goa – Pearl Of The Orient: Goa is one of the most beautiful and sought-after tourist destinations in India. From its stunning beaches to its lush forests, there are many things to see and do in Goa. If you’re looking for a place to relax and soak up some sun,  Goa’s beaches  are definitely worth a visit. If you’re looking for something more adventurous, you can head to one of the state’s many national parks or wildlife sanctuaries. No matter what you’re into, Goa has something for you.

9.    Bangalore – Silicon Valley Of India: Bangalore, officially known as Bengaluru, has a population of over 10 million and is one of the most cosmopolitan and culturally diverse cities in India. It is also one of the most important industrial and commercial hubs in the country. There are many tourist  places to visit in Bangalore , which are famous for their natural beauty, historical monuments, and temples. Bangalore is a city located in the southern Indian state of Karnataka.

10. Ooty – A Scenic Hill Town: Ooty is one of the most popular tourist destinations in India. It is a hill station located in the Nilgiri Hills in Tamil Nadu. The place is well known for its natural beauty and pleasant climate. Ooty also has a lot of tourist attractions such as the Ooty Lake, Dodabetta Peak, Thread Garden, Rose Garden, and others. It contains many colonial-era bungalows and churches, as well as hiking trails and a botanical garden. All these places are very beautiful and worth visiting.

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Tourism In India Essay

One of the most significant and fastest-growing industries in the world is tourism. It generates extensive foreign exchange without materially depleting domestic resources. It provides both income and employment. There are certain nations whose primary source of income is tourism. Here are a few sample essays on “Tourism In India”.

100 Words Essay On Tourism In India

One of the most well-liked tourist destinations in Asia is India. India's secularism and culture have captivated people from all over the world. India, therefore, has a lot of potential for tourism. India offers a variety of sights to see and things to do. The Himalayan ranges border it in the north and the Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal, and the Indian Ocean on three sides. India is beautiful because of its picturesque backwaters, hill towns, and landscapes. Thus it has a lot to offer to the tourist. Both skilled and unskilled workers are employed in the tourism sector. It encourages global fraternity and national integration.

200 Words Essay On Tourism In India

India's vast natural and cultural diversity has given it a special place on the global tourism map. The third-largest industry in India is tourism, which directly or indirectly employs about 10 million people.

What Draws Tourists To India

Tourists are drawn to India because of its welcoming customs, diverse way of life, cultural legacy, and vibrant fairs and festivals. From the beginning, the kings of various regions of India constructed opulent palaces, magnificent temples, evergreen gardens, lofty forts, and graves. Tourism-friendly natural and cultural settings abound in India. Some of India's tourist attractions include its stunning beaches, animals, national parks, sanctuaries, snow-covered mountains, rivers, and mountain peaks, as well as its technical parks and places of worship. Tourists are drawn to historical trains, yoga, meditation, Ayurveda, Siddha, and natural health resorts.

My Trip To Kashmir

I had Kashmir on the itinerary for my Navarathri holidays. I took a flight to Srinagar from Delhi. I was thrilled to see the snow-capped mountains and lovely valleys outside my window. I visited Shalimar Bagh and Nishant Bagh that evening before taking a shikara ride on the Dal Lake. There were floating markets on the Dal Lake. In the following days, I went to Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Sonmarg. After visiting all those places, this trip was one of the best trips of my life. I met a lot of new people who were international tourists coming here for the first time.

500 Words Essay On Tourism In India

India offers a tremendous deal of variety and tourist attractions. Goa is one of many places in India that attracts a lot of foreign visitors.

Benefits Of Tourism

What are the benefits of being an attractive tourist destination for India?

Revenue | People travel to various nations worldwide, which generates revenue for the tourism industry. As we've already seen, tourism is a sizable business with numerous social and economic advantages. It generates employment in the hospitality, dining, and other travel-related sectors. Additionally, it supports operations so visitors can get the most out of their trips.

Creates Jobs | Tourism generate more jobs, which can also be a substantial source of cash for nearby towns. Many new jobs are created businesses in the hotel and agricultural sectors. The housing market is also helped by tourism, which promotes economic growth and job prospects in other sectors.

Economic Growth | For many countries, tourism has been a critical driver of growth. It supports economic expansion and is advantageous for the environment. However, there are numerous strategies to promote tourism. Many nations provide tax rebates or low corporation tax rates as investment incentives. These incentives enable businesses to spend money on building the country's infrastructure for transportation, real estate, and other sectors.

Global Connect | Tourism does just that, it fosters a global connect. New friendships are formed through tourism. Travelling allows tourists to comprehend their destination more thoroughly. Additionally, they get to take in their location's sights, sounds, and flavours.

Global Value | The nation's economy is stimulated by tourism. It offers a wide range of advantages, including new technology, the development of jobs, the sharing ideas, and cultural enrichment. Many nations have begun to invest in the tourism industry to make it simpler for people to travel internationally for personal or professional reasons.

My Holidays In Goa

Last year, I travelled to Goa. I truly enjoyed the trip, which was one of the best of my life. Goa is a fantastic location for a fun vacation. I was eager for the holiday. As I began to enter Goa, I noticed a wonderland. Goodness, what a scene! One thing I was really impressed by was how many green trees there were along the route. The highway was not at all noisy. People gather and start having fun on the beach as the day transitions into the evening.

I also visited Panjim, where I saw a lot of lovely things. I went to a well-known church in Goa. There were plenty of people on the beaches, in restaurants, pubs, etc., and I realised Goa is a very choosing option for tourists around the globe. And thus, it helps to promote Indian tourism.

The travel and tourism sector has expanded significantly in recent years. Due to India's extensive natural and cultural legacy, the tourism industry has enormous growth potential. The tourism sector has several difficulties. These difficulties must be reduced for the industry to reach its full potential. The policies implemented in the tourism industry today will influence tourism in the future.

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Data Administrator

Database professionals use software to store and organise data such as financial information, and customer shipping records. Individuals who opt for a career as data administrators ensure that data is available for users and secured from unauthorised sales. DB administrators may work in various types of industries. It may involve computer systems design, service firms, insurance companies, banks and hospitals.

Bio Medical Engineer

The field of biomedical engineering opens up a universe of expert chances. An Individual in the biomedical engineering career path work in the field of engineering as well as medicine, in order to find out solutions to common problems of the two fields. The biomedical engineering job opportunities are to collaborate with doctors and researchers to develop medical systems, equipment, or devices that can solve clinical problems. Here we will be discussing jobs after biomedical engineering, how to get a job in biomedical engineering, biomedical engineering scope, and salary. 

Ethical Hacker

A career as ethical hacker involves various challenges and provides lucrative opportunities in the digital era where every giant business and startup owns its cyberspace on the world wide web. Individuals in the ethical hacker career path try to find the vulnerabilities in the cyber system to get its authority. If he or she succeeds in it then he or she gets its illegal authority. Individuals in the ethical hacker career path then steal information or delete the file that could affect the business, functioning, or services of the organization.

GIS officer work on various GIS software to conduct a study and gather spatial and non-spatial information. GIS experts update the GIS data and maintain it. The databases include aerial or satellite imagery, latitudinal and longitudinal coordinates, and manually digitized images of maps. In a career as GIS expert, one is responsible for creating online and mobile maps.

Data Analyst

The invention of the database has given fresh breath to the people involved in the data analytics career path. Analysis refers to splitting up a whole into its individual components for individual analysis. Data analysis is a method through which raw data are processed and transformed into information that would be beneficial for user strategic thinking.

Data are collected and examined to respond to questions, evaluate hypotheses or contradict theories. It is a tool for analyzing, transforming, modeling, and arranging data with useful knowledge, to assist in decision-making and methods, encompassing various strategies, and is used in different fields of business, research, and social science.

Geothermal Engineer

Individuals who opt for a career as geothermal engineers are the professionals involved in the processing of geothermal energy. The responsibilities of geothermal engineers may vary depending on the workplace location. Those who work in fields design facilities to process and distribute geothermal energy. They oversee the functioning of machinery used in the field.

Database Architect

If you are intrigued by the programming world and are interested in developing communications networks then a career as database architect may be a good option for you. Data architect roles and responsibilities include building design models for data communication networks. Wide Area Networks (WANs), local area networks (LANs), and intranets are included in the database networks. It is expected that database architects will have in-depth knowledge of a company's business to develop a network to fulfil the requirements of the organisation. Stay tuned as we look at the larger picture and give you more information on what is db architecture, why you should pursue database architecture, what to expect from such a degree and what your job opportunities will be after graduation. Here, we will be discussing how to become a data architect. Students can visit NIT Trichy , IIT Kharagpur , JMI New Delhi . 

Remote Sensing Technician

Individuals who opt for a career as a remote sensing technician possess unique personalities. Remote sensing analysts seem to be rational human beings, they are strong, independent, persistent, sincere, realistic and resourceful. Some of them are analytical as well, which means they are intelligent, introspective and inquisitive. 

Remote sensing scientists use remote sensing technology to support scientists in fields such as community planning, flight planning or the management of natural resources. Analysing data collected from aircraft, satellites or ground-based platforms using statistical analysis software, image analysis software or Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is a significant part of their work. Do you want to learn how to become remote sensing technician? There's no need to be concerned; we've devised a simple remote sensing technician career path for you. Scroll through the pages and read.

Budget Analyst

Budget analysis, in a nutshell, entails thoroughly analyzing the details of a financial budget. The budget analysis aims to better understand and manage revenue. Budget analysts assist in the achievement of financial targets, the preservation of profitability, and the pursuit of long-term growth for a business. Budget analysts generally have a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a closely related field. Knowledge of Financial Management is of prime importance in this career.

Underwriter

An underwriter is a person who assesses and evaluates the risk of insurance in his or her field like mortgage, loan, health policy, investment, and so on and so forth. The underwriter career path does involve risks as analysing the risks means finding out if there is a way for the insurance underwriter jobs to recover the money from its clients. If the risk turns out to be too much for the company then in the future it is an underwriter who will be held accountable for it. Therefore, one must carry out his or her job with a lot of attention and diligence.

Finance Executive

Product manager.

A Product Manager is a professional responsible for product planning and marketing. He or she manages the product throughout the Product Life Cycle, gathering and prioritising the product. A product manager job description includes defining the product vision and working closely with team members of other departments to deliver winning products.  

Operations Manager

Individuals in the operations manager jobs are responsible for ensuring the efficiency of each department to acquire its optimal goal. They plan the use of resources and distribution of materials. The operations manager's job description includes managing budgets, negotiating contracts, and performing administrative tasks.

Stock Analyst

Individuals who opt for a career as a stock analyst examine the company's investments makes decisions and keep track of financial securities. The nature of such investments will differ from one business to the next. Individuals in the stock analyst career use data mining to forecast a company's profits and revenues, advise clients on whether to buy or sell, participate in seminars, and discussing financial matters with executives and evaluate annual reports.

A Researcher is a professional who is responsible for collecting data and information by reviewing the literature and conducting experiments and surveys. He or she uses various methodological processes to provide accurate data and information that is utilised by academicians and other industry professionals. Here, we will discuss what is a researcher, the researcher's salary, types of researchers.

Welding Engineer

Welding Engineer Job Description: A Welding Engineer work involves managing welding projects and supervising welding teams. He or she is responsible for reviewing welding procedures, processes and documentation. A career as Welding Engineer involves conducting failure analyses and causes on welding issues. 

Transportation Planner

A career as Transportation Planner requires technical application of science and technology in engineering, particularly the concepts, equipment and technologies involved in the production of products and services. In fields like land use, infrastructure review, ecological standards and street design, he or she considers issues of health, environment and performance. A Transportation Planner assigns resources for implementing and designing programmes. He or she is responsible for assessing needs, preparing plans and forecasts and compliance with regulations.

Environmental Engineer

Individuals who opt for a career as an environmental engineer are construction professionals who utilise the skills and knowledge of biology, soil science, chemistry and the concept of engineering to design and develop projects that serve as solutions to various environmental problems. 

Safety Manager

A Safety Manager is a professional responsible for employee’s safety at work. He or she plans, implements and oversees the company’s employee safety. A Safety Manager ensures compliance and adherence to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) guidelines.

Conservation Architect

A Conservation Architect is a professional responsible for conserving and restoring buildings or monuments having a historic value. He or she applies techniques to document and stabilise the object’s state without any further damage. A Conservation Architect restores the monuments and heritage buildings to bring them back to their original state.

Structural Engineer

A Structural Engineer designs buildings, bridges, and other related structures. He or she analyzes the structures and makes sure the structures are strong enough to be used by the people. A career as a Structural Engineer requires working in the construction process. It comes under the civil engineering discipline. A Structure Engineer creates structural models with the help of computer-aided design software. 

Highway Engineer

Highway Engineer Job Description:  A Highway Engineer is a civil engineer who specialises in planning and building thousands of miles of roads that support connectivity and allow transportation across the country. He or she ensures that traffic management schemes are effectively planned concerning economic sustainability and successful implementation.

Field Surveyor

Are you searching for a Field Surveyor Job Description? A Field Surveyor is a professional responsible for conducting field surveys for various places or geographical conditions. He or she collects the required data and information as per the instructions given by senior officials. 

Orthotist and Prosthetist

Orthotists and Prosthetists are professionals who provide aid to patients with disabilities. They fix them to artificial limbs (prosthetics) and help them to regain stability. There are times when people lose their limbs in an accident. In some other occasions, they are born without a limb or orthopaedic impairment. Orthotists and prosthetists play a crucial role in their lives with fixing them to assistive devices and provide mobility.

Pathologist

A career in pathology in India is filled with several responsibilities as it is a medical branch and affects human lives. The demand for pathologists has been increasing over the past few years as people are getting more aware of different diseases. Not only that, but an increase in population and lifestyle changes have also contributed to the increase in a pathologist’s demand. The pathology careers provide an extremely huge number of opportunities and if you want to be a part of the medical field you can consider being a pathologist. If you want to know more about a career in pathology in India then continue reading this article.

Veterinary Doctor

Speech therapist, gynaecologist.

Gynaecology can be defined as the study of the female body. The job outlook for gynaecology is excellent since there is evergreen demand for one because of their responsibility of dealing with not only women’s health but also fertility and pregnancy issues. Although most women prefer to have a women obstetrician gynaecologist as their doctor, men also explore a career as a gynaecologist and there are ample amounts of male doctors in the field who are gynaecologists and aid women during delivery and childbirth. 

Audiologist

The audiologist career involves audiology professionals who are responsible to treat hearing loss and proactively preventing the relevant damage. Individuals who opt for a career as an audiologist use various testing strategies with the aim to determine if someone has a normal sensitivity to sounds or not. After the identification of hearing loss, a hearing doctor is required to determine which sections of the hearing are affected, to what extent they are affected, and where the wound causing the hearing loss is found. As soon as the hearing loss is identified, the patients are provided with recommendations for interventions and rehabilitation such as hearing aids, cochlear implants, and appropriate medical referrals. While audiology is a branch of science that studies and researches hearing, balance, and related disorders.

An oncologist is a specialised doctor responsible for providing medical care to patients diagnosed with cancer. He or she uses several therapies to control the cancer and its effect on the human body such as chemotherapy, immunotherapy, radiation therapy and biopsy. An oncologist designs a treatment plan based on a pathology report after diagnosing the type of cancer and where it is spreading inside the body.

Are you searching for an ‘Anatomist job description’? An Anatomist is a research professional who applies the laws of biological science to determine the ability of bodies of various living organisms including animals and humans to regenerate the damaged or destroyed organs. If you want to know what does an anatomist do, then read the entire article, where we will answer all your questions.

For an individual who opts for a career as an actor, the primary responsibility is to completely speak to the character he or she is playing and to persuade the crowd that the character is genuine by connecting with them and bringing them into the story. This applies to significant roles and littler parts, as all roles join to make an effective creation. Here in this article, we will discuss how to become an actor in India, actor exams, actor salary in India, and actor jobs. 

Individuals who opt for a career as acrobats create and direct original routines for themselves, in addition to developing interpretations of existing routines. The work of circus acrobats can be seen in a variety of performance settings, including circus, reality shows, sports events like the Olympics, movies and commercials. Individuals who opt for a career as acrobats must be prepared to face rejections and intermittent periods of work. The creativity of acrobats may extend to other aspects of the performance. For example, acrobats in the circus may work with gym trainers, celebrities or collaborate with other professionals to enhance such performance elements as costume and or maybe at the teaching end of the career.

Video Game Designer

Career as a video game designer is filled with excitement as well as responsibilities. A video game designer is someone who is involved in the process of creating a game from day one. He or she is responsible for fulfilling duties like designing the character of the game, the several levels involved, plot, art and similar other elements. Individuals who opt for a career as a video game designer may also write the codes for the game using different programming languages.

Depending on the video game designer job description and experience they may also have to lead a team and do the early testing of the game in order to suggest changes and find loopholes.

Radio Jockey

Radio Jockey is an exciting, promising career and a great challenge for music lovers. If you are really interested in a career as radio jockey, then it is very important for an RJ to have an automatic, fun, and friendly personality. If you want to get a job done in this field, a strong command of the language and a good voice are always good things. Apart from this, in order to be a good radio jockey, you will also listen to good radio jockeys so that you can understand their style and later make your own by practicing.

A career as radio jockey has a lot to offer to deserving candidates. If you want to know more about a career as radio jockey, and how to become a radio jockey then continue reading the article.

Choreographer

The word “choreography" actually comes from Greek words that mean “dance writing." Individuals who opt for a career as a choreographer create and direct original dances, in addition to developing interpretations of existing dances. A Choreographer dances and utilises his or her creativity in other aspects of dance performance. For example, he or she may work with the music director to select music or collaborate with other famous choreographers to enhance such performance elements as lighting, costume and set design.

Social Media Manager

A career as social media manager involves implementing the company’s or brand’s marketing plan across all social media channels. Social media managers help in building or improving a brand’s or a company’s website traffic, build brand awareness, create and implement marketing and brand strategy. Social media managers are key to important social communication as well.

Photographer

Photography is considered both a science and an art, an artistic means of expression in which the camera replaces the pen. In a career as a photographer, an individual is hired to capture the moments of public and private events, such as press conferences or weddings, or may also work inside a studio, where people go to get their picture clicked. Photography is divided into many streams each generating numerous career opportunities in photography. With the boom in advertising, media, and the fashion industry, photography has emerged as a lucrative and thrilling career option for many Indian youths.

An individual who is pursuing a career as a producer is responsible for managing the business aspects of production. They are involved in each aspect of production from its inception to deception. Famous movie producers review the script, recommend changes and visualise the story. 

They are responsible for overseeing the finance involved in the project and distributing the film for broadcasting on various platforms. A career as a producer is quite fulfilling as well as exhaustive in terms of playing different roles in order for a production to be successful. Famous movie producers are responsible for hiring creative and technical personnel on contract basis.

Copy Writer

In a career as a copywriter, one has to consult with the client and understand the brief well. A career as a copywriter has a lot to offer to deserving candidates. Several new mediums of advertising are opening therefore making it a lucrative career choice. Students can pursue various copywriter courses such as Journalism , Advertising , Marketing Management . Here, we have discussed how to become a freelance copywriter, copywriter career path, how to become a copywriter in India, and copywriting career outlook. 

In a career as a vlogger, one generally works for himself or herself. However, once an individual has gained viewership there are several brands and companies that approach them for paid collaboration. It is one of those fields where an individual can earn well while following his or her passion. 

Ever since internet costs got reduced the viewership for these types of content has increased on a large scale. Therefore, a career as a vlogger has a lot to offer. If you want to know more about the Vlogger eligibility, roles and responsibilities then continue reading the article. 

For publishing books, newspapers, magazines and digital material, editorial and commercial strategies are set by publishers. Individuals in publishing career paths make choices about the markets their businesses will reach and the type of content that their audience will be served. Individuals in book publisher careers collaborate with editorial staff, designers, authors, and freelance contributors who develop and manage the creation of content.

Careers in journalism are filled with excitement as well as responsibilities. One cannot afford to miss out on the details. As it is the small details that provide insights into a story. Depending on those insights a journalist goes about writing a news article. A journalism career can be stressful at times but if you are someone who is passionate about it then it is the right choice for you. If you want to know more about the media field and journalist career then continue reading this article.

Individuals in the editor career path is an unsung hero of the news industry who polishes the language of the news stories provided by stringers, reporters, copywriters and content writers and also news agencies. Individuals who opt for a career as an editor make it more persuasive, concise and clear for readers. In this article, we will discuss the details of the editor's career path such as how to become an editor in India, editor salary in India and editor skills and qualities.

Individuals who opt for a career as a reporter may often be at work on national holidays and festivities. He or she pitches various story ideas and covers news stories in risky situations. Students can pursue a BMC (Bachelor of Mass Communication) , B.M.M. (Bachelor of Mass Media) , or  MAJMC (MA in Journalism and Mass Communication) to become a reporter. While we sit at home reporters travel to locations to collect information that carries a news value.  

Corporate Executive

Are you searching for a Corporate Executive job description? A Corporate Executive role comes with administrative duties. He or she provides support to the leadership of the organisation. A Corporate Executive fulfils the business purpose and ensures its financial stability. In this article, we are going to discuss how to become corporate executive.

Multimedia Specialist

A multimedia specialist is a media professional who creates, audio, videos, graphic image files, computer animations for multimedia applications. He or she is responsible for planning, producing, and maintaining websites and applications. 

Quality Controller

A quality controller plays a crucial role in an organisation. He or she is responsible for performing quality checks on manufactured products. He or she identifies the defects in a product and rejects the product. 

A quality controller records detailed information about products with defects and sends it to the supervisor or plant manager to take necessary actions to improve the production process.

Production Manager

A QA Lead is in charge of the QA Team. The role of QA Lead comes with the responsibility of assessing services and products in order to determine that he or she meets the quality standards. He or she develops, implements and manages test plans. 

Process Development Engineer

The Process Development Engineers design, implement, manufacture, mine, and other production systems using technical knowledge and expertise in the industry. They use computer modeling software to test technologies and machinery. An individual who is opting career as Process Development Engineer is responsible for developing cost-effective and efficient processes. They also monitor the production process and ensure it functions smoothly and efficiently.

AWS Solution Architect

An AWS Solution Architect is someone who specializes in developing and implementing cloud computing systems. He or she has a good understanding of the various aspects of cloud computing and can confidently deploy and manage their systems. He or she troubleshoots the issues and evaluates the risk from the third party. 

Azure Administrator

An Azure Administrator is a professional responsible for implementing, monitoring, and maintaining Azure Solutions. He or she manages cloud infrastructure service instances and various cloud servers as well as sets up public and private cloud systems. 

Computer Programmer

Careers in computer programming primarily refer to the systematic act of writing code and moreover include wider computer science areas. The word 'programmer' or 'coder' has entered into practice with the growing number of newly self-taught tech enthusiasts. Computer programming careers involve the use of designs created by software developers and engineers and transforming them into commands that can be implemented by computers. These commands result in regular usage of social media sites, word-processing applications and browsers.

Information Security Manager

Individuals in the information security manager career path involves in overseeing and controlling all aspects of computer security. The IT security manager job description includes planning and carrying out security measures to protect the business data and information from corruption, theft, unauthorised access, and deliberate attack 

ITSM Manager

Automation test engineer.

An Automation Test Engineer job involves executing automated test scripts. He or she identifies the project’s problems and troubleshoots them. The role involves documenting the defect using management tools. He or she works with the application team in order to resolve any issues arising during the testing process. 

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