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A trademark of the quaint town of Sanganer, the art of blue pottery has been a part of Jaipur’s heritage for generations. Using their signature ultramarine blue dye, skilled local artisans deftly paint Mughal-inspired patterns and animal motifs on hand-sculpted pieces of pottery.

This itinerary enables you to witness the intricacies of this artform and immerse yourself in its history, its evolution, and techniques. Marvel at the mesmerising hues of blue through the eyes of the potters and return with a piece of art created by your own self at the workshop. All efforts go a long way towards safeguarding this cultural artform for generations to come.

Beneficiaries:

• The master artisans creating Blue Pottery
• Local guide accompanying the guest
• Members of the local community whose livelihood depends on tourism-relatedactivities.

Inclusions:

• Transportation for the activity.
• Packed meals and refreshments.

Participating Hotels:

• Rambagh Palace, Jaipur.
• Sawai Man Mahal, Jaipur.

The quaint village of Molela is renowned for its Terracotta artform – a unique craft that involves use of river mud and clay to craft devotional plaques, murals and tiles with charming details and narratives.

This itinerary includes a guided tour of the village and an introduction to the history and evolution of this artform that has been preserved for centuries. Join us to discover the wonderful tales, techniques and legacy of the art through interactive experiences with the artisans themselves, and help in our efforts to safeguard its heritage for generations to come.

Beneficiaries:

• The artisans of Molela village.
• Local guide accompanying the guest.
• Members of the local community whose livelihood depends on tourism-related activities.

Inclusions:

• Transportation for the activity.
• Tolls and parking.
• Packed meals and refreshments.

Participating Hotels:

• Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur
• Taj Fateh Prakash Palace, Udaipur

The cultural heritage of Kerala reflects in the numerous crafts practiced at Manchira village – an oasis for skilled artisans who create exquisite products using coir and screw pine.

This itinerary allows you to learn about these traditional artforms via first-hand interactions with the artisans and partake in activities that are unique to the Malabar way of life.

Beneficiaries:

• The artisans of the Manchira Village in Kumarakom.
• Members of the local community whose livelihood depends on tourism-related activities.

Inclusions:

• Transportation for the activity.
• Shikara Boat ride.
• Packaged refreshments.

Participating Hotels:

• Taj Malabar Resort & Spa, Cochin.
• Taj Kumarakom Resort & Spa, Kerala.

Shunya India is an organisation that has been working with the local Tharu tribals and the farming communities of Corbett National Park towards preserving and developing the craft of grass-weaving as an alternate means of livelihood.

The tedious, yet interesting craft involves creating myriad objet d’arts by twisting and weaving the locally grown grass into shape. With this itinerary you have the opportunity to meet the talented artisans of this craft in an interactive workshop, and work with us towards safeguarding their livelihoods.

Beneficiaries:

• The Tharu Tribe communities especially the women.
• Members of the local community whose livelihood depends on tourism-related activities.

Inclusions:

• Refreshments during the activity.

Participating Hotels:

• Taj Corbett Resort & Spa, Uttarakhand.