TEXTILES AND CRAFTS OF TRIBAL GUJARAT

TRIBAL GUJARAT TOUR HIGHLIGHTS Visit tribal settlements to see traditional weaving and block printing techniques View exquisite tribal embroidery Meet the Salvi family, master weavers of colorful Potala silk and the ancient art of doublt ikat Explore Bhuj, an old walled city featuring intricately carved palaces and brightly colored Hindu temples Enjoy Tradional Festivals in remote villages Gujarat tribal villages are rich with detailed textiles still produced by traditional methods. The interaction of peoples – invaders, indigenous tribes, traders and explorers – has led to the creation of designs legendary for their vitality, color and intricacy. We will meet and interact with textile families and observe their traditional techniques and way of life. We will also experience a diversity of tribal groups, wildlife safaris in Little Raan of Kutch and Gir National Park (known for sightings of the Asiatic Lion). This is truly a slice-of-life experience. Anyone interested in indigenous culture, textiles and crafts will appreciate this authentic experience in Gujarat.

Banni woman embroidering in her village