What this city has in offer is tranquillity, camaraderie and lots of craftsmanship. Once a favourite amongst Royals of Bhopal, Zardozi work still continues to allure the prospecting brides, grooms, celebrities and the fashinistas. A hub for outstanding Zardozi work, Bhopal is rich in its craftsmanship. One must visit the lanes of Bhopal to see the intricate and beautiful pieces shaping up silently. Zardozi is a type of embroidery- Zar means Gold and Dozi means embroidery. Originating from a Persian word Zardozi literally means embroidering with gold threads. The gold coils and beads work is done on fabric using needle and thread. The fabric that sits most for these works is Velvet, silk and organza, though lot more fabrics are used these days. The real zari made from copper, Gold and Silver is used to make beautiful motifs like phhol-patti, animals, sun, moon,stars and other figures inspired from nature. Be it the Bhopali Batua, purses, mobile cover or elaborate sarees, wedding dresses, sherwani Zardozi is made for all!
The most amazing pieces of Zardozi work can be seen on the walls of Raja Bhoj Domestic and International Airport. The space has been crafted with much afterthought depicting artistic, unique and enchanting pieces of art!
The wall full of madhubani and other art forms
The best of all mud statues of horses and other animals
The waterfall made with handcrafted pieces
Statue of Budhha and much more!!
Bhopal has a story to tell, you just need to soak yourself in its air that has its special aroma!!
