An artist gives finishing touches to a Rangoli depicting Steve Jobs in Mumbai. Rangoli, the Indian art of arranging finely ground colored powders, is part of Diwali, the festival of lights, jubilation and enthusiasm.
Tag: India
Rangoli – Indian Art of Beautifying The Floor
Rangoli is an ancient cultural tradition and folk art from India. Women of the house in India, especially in the Southern part of India, draw rangoli early in the morning in front of their house. It is usually drawn at the time of Diwali – a festival of lights. It’s a beautiful way to welcome… Continue reading Rangoli – Indian Art of Beautifying The Floor
The World’s Shortest Woman
An Indian woman is celebrating her 18th birthday by winning the title of world’s shortest woman. Guinness World Records representatives measured Jyoti Amge at 24.7 inches (62.8 centimetres) tall, making her 2.76 inches (seven centimetres) shorter than Bridgette Jordan, the 22-year-old American who had held the title since September. She is shorter than the average… Continue reading The World’s Shortest Woman