The captivating images of Rajmata Gayatri Devi in her pearls and chiffon saris caught the imagination of the world and for years, she embodied the style, spirit and beauty of Indian womanhood.
Saree is 6 yards of cloth, to be simply wrapped around. How this simple, cloth transforms to a graceful and lovely costume is magical!
Now, when guests visit the royal city of Jaipur, they have an address to go to for an interesting class by women on how to drape a saree with elan!
Hotel Arya Niwas is a popular hotel in downtown Jaipur, close to the walled city and M.I. Road, that is the main road and shopping area at Jaipur. With a day’s prior appointment, guests can book a session on the art of wearing a saree here.
The instructors are ladies. They will teach you how to wear the same 6 yards in different styles, popular in different states of India. Yes, there is a different style on how to wear a saree in North India, Maharashtra, Bengal and so on!
The clothes given, including Saree in traditional designs and colourful hues, blouse and petticoat are brand new. AND at the end of the session, along with a beautiful Bindi, are given to the guest as a memory to take home along with some pictures of the beautifully draped person in the 110-year-old heritage hall and gardens of this Haveli turned into hotel – Arya Niwas.
It is a short, hour-long session but the memories made are for a life time and so topical of a visit to India. Fully recommended, this is a must do class at Jaipur.
Guests may contact Arya Niwas to book an appointment at +91-9829040549 or see www.jaipur-diaries.com for more details.