TAJ KHAZANA

From silver and bronze artifacts to miniature art, from a range of weaves in silks and cottons to pashminas, shawls, and stoles, from objet d'art to leather, woven, and beaded accessories, Taj Khazana offers a collection that is rare and uniquely Indian.

The store at Taj Palace Hotel Delhi captures the spirit of Punjab and Rajasthan through vibrant pink, white and silver palettes. The exaggerated proportions of some of the display cases gives the impression of a whimsical take on Alice in Wonderland meets enchanted garden - jewellery is displayed in boxes with sumptuously lined hand woven Varanasi silk. The juxtaposition of contemporary with traditional is seen in a fun collection of brightly coloured t-shirts with iconic Indian motifs, key rings and playful coasters. The enchanting Sandalwood carving of the story of Krishna in the form of a fan, made with the technique of delicately placing each individual grain to create this exceptional work is breathtaking.

As one meanders through the curvatured layout one is spoilt for choice when it comes to choosing a book which again have been carefully selected to reflect the local culture from architecture to landscapes, textiles etc.