The Artistry of the Jewelery Makers of Jaipur
Posted on Jul 07, 2009 under Art, Culture, Travel | No CommentMany international visitors travel to India each year to take advantage of the bargains, the selection, and the artistry of the country’s craftsmen and artists. The open air markets are a visual treat in and of themselves, and along with various items, there is the best of the cuisine located throughout the market places, where the cultural and the culinary traditions of the country are offered up. When one travels to a new destination, it is important to note where it is that the locals shop, or which restaurants are filled with the residents of the city, and in that way, one may gauge where they may wish to spend their time, as the locals in any given city often support those which are the best, the best deals or the best flavors. And the locals in the country of India, go to the city of Jaipur located in the state of Rajasthan. Well known countrywide as being the absolute best place to shop, this fact is becoming recognized world-wide, and people travel from far and wide, stay in one of the Jaipur luxury hotels, and hit the streets looking for bargains, or for that special item to bring home with them.
The Jaipur artists are known for their skills, their attention to detail and the historical traditions they adhere to when creating their works, every thing from pottery design, to carpet weaving, to wooden and marble sculpture, folks travel for days in order to purchase these works. and one of the most incredible traditions practiced in the city is that of the working with gemstones and design of the jewelry. The land in Rajasthan has produced precious gems in the mines for centuries, and just as the more expensive and exclusive shops are famous, so art the crafts of the those working from the bazaars and the open air markets in the streets of Jaipur. From bead work, to diamonds and from tribal fashions to pearls, there is something for every jewelry lover to be found. Amethyst, crystals and topaz are used not only for the creation of necklaces and earrings, but are often worked into the statues and idols of animals or the Hindu deities. The variety is outstanding and one must really view it with their own eyes to realize the amazing treasures to be found among the small shops and studios of the jewelers of Jaipur.
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