Rajasthan Arts and Handicrafts
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History of Rajasthan
Rajasthan is geographically biggest state of India and situated in the north western part of the Indian union. The state of Rajasthan covered 342239 Sq km of land.
Rajasthan is a land of vibrant colours and also known as land of palaces and forts.
Before 700 AD Rajasthan was a part of several republics. There after the Rajputs ruled Rajasthan. During 750-1000 AD, the Pratihars ruled Rajasthan. Between 1000-1200 AD, Rajasthan witnessed the struggle for supremacy between Chalukyas, Parmars and Chauhans. Around 1200 AD, part of Rajasthan- Nagur, Ajmer and Ranthanbhor came under Muslim rulers.
In the beginning of 13th century AD, Mewar was most powerful state of Rajasthan. In 1755 Marathas occupied Ajmer.
In 1817-18 the British Government concluded alliance with almost all the states of Rajputana. This was the beginning of British rule in Rajasthan. After independence, in 1948 the process of forming Rajasthan state begin which completed in 1956.Before formation of Rajasthan state it was known as Rajputana. At present Rajasthan state consisting of 32 districts and 222 towns.
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Rajasthan Art & Crafts Rajasthan is a land of art & crafts. The creativeness and artistic skills of people of Rajasthan known all over the world. Rajasthan Shop providing this service to bring these wonderful pieces of artifacts, painting , metalware , terracotta, jewelry, lac and glass work, Leatherware, Blue Pottery, Home Decor and Puppets from artisan to art lovers from past many years.
Posted on Sunday, March 19th, 2006
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