The British Tradition of Maundy Money Maundy Money are coins traditionally given out by the Monarch as a gift to the poor at Royal Maundy. The ceremony, which is associated with Christianity, is held on Maundy Thursday which is the day before Good Friday. The Maundy set consists of four coins, denominated one penny, two […]
The Significance and Tradition of Wedding Pearls Pearls have a long history of being treasured gifts, dating back to the ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia and Egypt, where they were prized for their radiant natural beauty and lustrous iridescence. In fact in many ancient civilizations, pearls were so highly valued that they were reserved for idols, […]
Bengal Saree Tradition Indian sarees are considered to be one of the most ethnic and graceful attires for the women. There are many styles available like Guajarati or seedha Pallo style Bengali or Oriya saree style ulta Pallo style maharashtrain style tribal style lehenga Style etc. Bengal handloom is very ancient. Various varieties famous in […]
Banarasi Silk Sarees – Tradition and Charm A Banarasi silk saree is the most treasured possession of any Indian woman. These sarees have been acclaimed highly not just in India, but all over the world. Banarasis are soft, smooth and quintessentially Indian – something that every woman would want to own and wear. These sarees […]
Sari and Indian Tradition The sari is widely acknowledged as the symbol of the Indian culture. The word has been derived from the Sanskrit word “sati” which means “strip of cloth” which was later on converted to “sari or saree” in Hindi. The sari sometimes spelled saree, is a draped dress, created from a single […]
Saree – Symbol of Indian Tradition India is a country of many ethnic groups, dialects, regional variations, modes of apparel and numerous mannerisms. Indian culture has stood the test of time by remaining diverse, colorful, sensual and spiritual, and the combination of rich traditions and family unity within religious faith makes India, well, India. From […]