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Uttarakhand is a very important place
for pilgrimage and adventure destination in India. This was a state
crafted from Uttar Pradesh recently in 2000.
The layers of Snow Mountains and the
serene atmosphere make Uttarakhand ideal locations for pilgrimage as
well as for adventure.
This is situated in the foothills of
Shivalik and is a perfect amalgamation of nature, adventure, wildlife
and pilgrimage.
The state tourism promotes all the
facets of this state as tourism is the major source of income.
Tourists are requested to take these
tours to enjoy the exotic hill stations. The arts and crafts in
Uttarakhand are limited and so you cannot see a range of activities in
this regard.
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The Uttarakhand arts and crafts are found in
the interiors of the hilly regions as the maximum concentration is on
tourism.The arts and crafts of Uttarakhand represent the culture of
this state and are typically found in the hilly areas.
The serenity and peace of Uttarakhand have
led to various developments of paintings as well as other essential
arts. The Uttarakhand arts and crafts include the wood and stone
carvings.
These arts have emerged as a popular form of
art and the cultural tours of Uttarakhand give an opportunity to view
several forms of arts as well as crafts that are practiced in this
state since many ages.
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The arts and crafts of Uttarakhand
include the paintings of the Garhwal region. These paintings are famous
as they display Mughal influence.
Some of the exquisite Mughal paintings
are present in the University museum in Uttrakhand, Srinagar.
The paintings have the sense of
freshness as well as diversity in them. The women practice different
kinds of painting called as Aipan.
These forms of painting are presented
as geometrical figures of Gods and Goddesses.
The objects are painted on paper,
walls and pieces of clothes. Peeth is a form of wall painting that is
the oldest and is yet practiced in Uttarakahnd.
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The Uttarakhand arts and crafts have been
done using extensive geometric shapes. The Uttarakhand arts and crafts
include the art of wood. The craftsmen have attained mastery in this
art and are performed in various parts of this state.
The arts and crafts of Uttarakhand are
apparent on the temples and doors of the houses. This culture
embellishes all the doors and the embroidery is done on the doors as a
mark of the social status.
The stone carving is also a famous art in
Uttarakhand. The goldsmiths have a niche for making conventional and
exquisite ornaments in gold, copper and silver.
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