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An Indian musician is playing a string instrument.
Amer/ Amber Fort
Jaipur, Rajasthan State
India
Stranger # 4
Biswas Sing Gaur
Jaisalmer - Gadsisar Sagar Lake.
The bank of the Gadsisar Sagar lake is surrounded by artistically carved chattris, temples, shrines and ghats.
The meaning of Haveli changes from region to region. Literally translated from Persian it means “enclosed place” or other translations come out with “palace” or “private mansion.” Keep these translations in mind and you’ll have a fair idea of what a traditional Haveli is.
Historically a Haveli was a status symbol so the more spectacular your Haveli, the more money you were deemed to have. Most Haveli’s comprise of a courtyard, often with a water feature such as a fountain in the centre, the whole area is cocooned by high ornate walls. The walls provide a feeling of seclusion and intimacy yet they also serve as a background on which to display exquisite examples of craftsmanship and art.
Frescos are often found adorning the walls of a Haveli and the sheer beauty and detail of these works attracts a great deal of interest from tourists and visitors to the country. The walls themselves often feature stone carved balconies painstakingly crafted by artists. If you’re lucky enough to come across a well maintained Haveli you will also notice the intricate paintwork which was again, carried out by highly skilled artists, who spent many years decorating the elaborate architecture.
Every Haveli is unique and varies depending on the area and the wealth of the owner. A Haveli in Pakistan may differ wildly from a Haveli in North India for example. A Shekhawati Haveli traditionally has two courtyards, one as the area of residence for the males, the inner area is principally the realm of the female. A larger Haveli may feature a whole raft of different rooms, with many sprawling over several storeys.
Essentially a Haveli is a place of tranquillity and beauty where decadence and indulgence reigns supreme.
Amer near Jaipur is a wonderful place. Rajasthan is an Indian state of history, culture and legendary folk tales. The state is home to several forts and palaces. I made this picture in Amer and to me it says a lot about the beautiful state of Rajasthan.
Camera : Canon EOS 550D
In the hot and arid plains and hillocks of the Aravali lie several forts and palaces of the erstwhile Rajput rulers of Rajasthan.
They have been in much disuse with the sad demise of the Rajput nobility given to a way of life of profligate consumption and a limbo mind set of tradition and respect that did not change with times. First the Mughals and then the British took over everything that the Rajahs and the warlords had with them.
This is Tijara, a fort about 90 kms from Delhi which was in ruins but has been now converted in to a hotel property. This is one of the palaces where guests stay and photo shoots happen.
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