A is for (Indian) Art
It’s no secret that India is home to a rich and diverse array of arts and crafts, dating back centuries. While some forms have disappeared into obscurity along the way, others have stood the test of time, allowing artists to perfect techniques and methods, which has resulted in paintings and handicrafts unique in identity and aesthetic. If 2020 has you thinking about the way we travel and left you yearning to see more of your own backyard, here’s how you can get all artsy while doing that – we take you through a list of stunningly beautiful Indian arts and handicrafts that will have travellers out and about (when it’s time!), seeking out these art forms in all their glory!
a is for Aranmula Kannadi, Kerala
IN Kerala’s Pathanamthitta district lies Aranmula, a culturally-rich village that has been drawing travellers for years. Apart from the holy River Pamba and the annual snake-boat races, this village is widely popular for its Aranmula – intricate metal mirrors. Often a part of an (a set of eight auspicious items usually set out during important occasions) set, Aranmula are made from an alloy of copper and tin, which then goes through a series of rigorous polishings over days, in order to achieve their reflective
