Rajasthan:current lives ( work in progress)

In a distance the music blows sweetly and slowly in my ears, pounding my heart in an equally fervent manner….. “Kesariya Balam, Padharon mare desh” ("O saffron-hued lover, step into my country") Such is the motto of the desert state of India, Rajasthan. It is one of the most visited states in India, loved by tourists, and seeped in history and folklores. I first came to the state as a visitor, hearing much about the fantastic forts and the resplendent palaces, visiting it seemed like a time travel lost in a distant world. Never did I knew that first time meeting would turn into a life long affair. Rajasthan is a land of desert, of sunbathed naked land and chivalry only heard of, that stuff of romance where the stage is set at turn of every street, and a setting that can only be dreamed by cinema directors. The desert region of Jaisalmer to the Shekawati region of Northern Rajasthan; the Mewar region of Udaipur and Haldigathi to the lush green region of Kotah has always charmed one and all. And this has also been a folly for it I believe, for it is so widely mistaken in terms of commercial purpose and tourism that one do not realize there is much more to it besides travel and happy memories . I have been to Rajasthan many a times before and in fact was staying in the desert state of India for two years. During this period I had a chance to visit and stay at the deepest parts of the state, to villages and small towns where seeing a four wheeler is as much a scarcity as water is. Rajasthan needs an honest description of itself, the contrast, the development and its people, their real motivations and their life for it might be an indicative of things there are, and the things that might occur in future. This project could allow for just that as it will be interesting to document as it will stand as a true indicator to today. ------------------ Rajasthan is the desert state of India and lies on its western borders. It is also the largest state of India and as such is diverse in nature.

Want to link to this gallery?
Flash Slideshow:

Reflection and … You can find a … Locals at Jaisa… Women in villag… A daredevil per… Farmers gossipi… Marketplace,Ind…

Keywords india festivals rajasthan colours street photography life desert jaipur jaisalmer blue holi