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Hindi is the official language of the
state. But the principal language is "Rajasthani", and the
four major dialects are Marwari in the west, Jaipuri in the
east, Malwi in the southeast and Mewati in the
northeast. But Hindi language is replacing Rajasthani.
Moreover, you will find English speaking
people in all the major cities, and in remote villages also
you will find someone who can speak and understand English.
But other languages are completely unknown. You may ask Tour
Operators to help you on this and they do have guides who
knows almost all the languages.
Music & Dance
Every region has its own very dialect of music and dance. The
Ghoomar dance from Udaipur and Kalbeliya dance of Jaisalmer
have international recognition. Folk music is a vital part of
Rajasthan culture. Songs are used to tell the legendary
battles of Rajputs. Folk songs are commonly ballads which
relate heroic deeds, love stories, and religious or devotional
songs known as bhajans and banis and often accompanied by
musical instruments like dholak, sitar, sarangi etc.
Religion
Hindusim is the main religion of Rajasthan. Other significant
religious groups in the state are the Jains and the Muslims.
There are many local folk heros and local deities such as
Pabuji, Ramdeoji, Gogaji, Mehaji, Tejaji & Harbhuji.
Art & architecture
Rajasthan is known for its traditional and colorful art. The
block prints, tie and die prints, Bagaru prints, Sanganer
prints, Zari embroidery are major export products from
Rajasthan. Handicraft items like wooden furniture and
handicrafts, carpets, blur potteries are some of the things
you will find here. Rajasthan is shoppers paradise.Rajasthan
is famous for the majestic forts, intricately carved temples
and decorated havelis. Jantar Mantar, Dilwara Temples,
Chittauragrh Fort, Lake Palace Hotel, City Palaces, Jaisalmer
Havelis are true architectural heritage.
Shopping
Rajasthan often called as the Shoppers Paradise. Rajasthan is
famous for textile, semi-precious stones and Handicraft |
