Saree Collection (page 25)

At the Royal Ascot race meeting at Ascot racecourse - Princess Gaekwar of Baroda and Mrs Wansey Bayley. 1921

Rajasthan indian, A woman in a beautiful green scarf walking away
Rajasthan Indian, A woman in a beautiful green scarf walking away

India, Kolkota, Mullik Ghat flower market, street selling
India, Kolkata, Mullik Ghat flower market, street selling

Rajasthan, India A woman standing at and accient temple

Annual Hindu festival of Thaipusam, Batu Caves, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Famous for its hand woven fabrics, Maheshwar, Madhya Pradesh, India

Fruit vendor on beach near the Leela Hotel, Mobor, Goa, India, Asia

Women in saris walking past the Palace of the Winds (Hawa Mahal), Jaipur, Rajasthan state, India, Asia

Women at the annual Hindu pilgrimage to holy Pushkar Lake, Pushkar, Rajasthan State, India, Asia

Women at the Hindu pilgrimage to holy Pushkar Lake, Rajasthan State, India, Asia

A woman in a yellow sari looking out over the Blue city and fort, Jodhpur, Rajasthan State, India, Asia

Hindu religious morning rituals in the Ganges (Ganga) River, Makar Sankranti festival, Varanasi (Benares), Uttar Pradesh State, India

Women in saris in front of the facade of the Palace of the Winds (Hawa Mahal), Jaipur, Rajasthan state, India, Asia

Women in saris in front of the facade of Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds), Jaipur, Rajasthan state, India, Asia

Crowds at the Pushkar Camel Fair, Pushkar, Rajasthan, India

The Ganges (Ganga) River waterfront, Varanasi (Benares), Uttar Pradesh, India

Women at the Lakshmi Puja Festival celebrating Lakshmi, the Hindu Goddess of Wealth and Beauty, India

Fruit and vegetable sellers in the street, Dhariyawad, Rajasthan State, India

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The saree, a timeless symbol of Indian culture and tradition, is beautifully showcased in various settings across the vibrant nation. From the bustling fruit and vegetable market with its overhead view to the majestic Humayun's Tomb in Delhi, young Indian ladies gracefully drape themselves in this elegant attire. The allure of the saree transcends time as depicted on the cover of The Sketch's Christmas number from 1906. Exploring further into India's rich heritage, we encounter the awe-inspiring Ellora Caves and witness Indian tourists admiring its magnificence while adorned in their colorful sarees. In Rajasthan's City of Karauli, a local woman embraces her child while donning this traditional garment that exudes grace and beauty. Udaipur, another gem in Rajasthan, showcases Indian girls radiating charm as they proudly wear their traditional dress - an embodiment of their cultural roots. Meanwhile, in Pachewar village, a woman stands out amidst her surroundings with her brightly colored sari reflecting the vibrancy of life itself. Amritsar beckons us to witness pilgrims at The Harmandir Sahib or Golden Temple clad in exquisite sarees as they seek spiritual solace. Delving deeper into history reveals a lady seeking shelter from rain on a terrace during early 19th century India - her intricately designed sari adding splendor even amid adversity. In Uttar Pradesh's Agra city, locals dry brilliant red and pink sarees under the warm sun - each fold telling stories passed down through generations. These glimpses capture just some facets of how this versatile garment weaves itself seamlessly into every corner of India’s diverse tapestry – embracing tradition while evolving with time.