Maharashtra Crafts

Crafts are an important part of any tourist destination. It reveals the artistic proficiency of the people who live in that region. They are also great souvenirs to the tourists who visit that destination.

Maharashtra has a wide range of art styles such as the Mughal style, Marathas and also the British. The Maharashtrian crafts reveal the strong ties that the state enjoys with art.

The crafts in Maharashtra are some of the most beautiful gifts. The crafts of the state are a treat to the eyes, a feast to the heart, the essence of the trip and also a rejuvenator to the spirit.

The Sawantwadi crafts are one of the most important Maharashtrian crafts. There are evidences to prove that this form of craft was introduced in the 18th century.

The Warli paintings are an integral part of the culture of Maharashtra. The Warlis are a tribe of people who live in Maharashtra.

These paintings are called as Chawk and they are made by women as a part of wedding rituals. These paintings are miracles made out of rice paste as well as straw smeared on their hut walls.

These paintings on paper are extremely popular all over hew nation and are sold just about anywhere. The Himru is a very old craft of wearing and is a celebrated part of Maharashtra culture.

The Bidri ware is a famous craft of Aurangabad. It is made using a blend of copper and zinc. It also includes workmanship of silver. As a matter of fact, the Bidri ware items as paan daans or hookahs.