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Saturday, 8 April 2017

Pakko Bharat, Embroideries of Rajasthan

Pakko bharat is a style of embroidery, so called for its sturdiness and longevity. Pakko is derived from 'pakka', which means, permanent. In this style of embroidery, a tight square of chain and double buttonhole stitch is supplemented with the satin stitch and fly stitch that are used to create a dense pattern on the cloth. To know more read:


Chheih Lam: A Traditional Dance of Mizoram

  The northeastern state of Mizoram in India is known for its vibrant cultural heritage, and one of its most celebrated traditional dances i...