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Salawas

Rajasthan · India

8 story sections20 min 02 s in all

The Potter's Village is prominent for pottery work where you can watch people work on pottery and also try hands with them to create beautiful pieces. You shall be able to gather proper demonstration of the pottery making and also interact with the local people and achieve an informative

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  1. 1Orientation3:01

    Welcome to the peaceful village of Salawas, a remarkable desert gateway situated approximately twenty two kilometers southwest of Jodhpur. As you step into this historic rural settlement, you are instantly embraced by the quiet…

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  2. 2Pukhraj Durry Udhyog The Horizontal Loom2:48

    Welcome to Pukhraj Durry Udhyog, located right in the vibrant center of Salawas village. This historic workshop serves as the creative sanctuary of the late Pukhraj Ji and his wife Dariya Devi, master artisans whose lineage has…

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  3. 3Panja Workstation The Comb and Geometric Art2:37

    Now let us step closer to the panja workstation, where the defining magic of Salawas rug making unfolds. Observe the distinct hand tool held with firm precision by the master weaver. …

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  4. 4Natural Dyeing & Charkha Yard2:44

    Let us step out into the open air courtyard dedicated to natural dyeing and the traditional spinning wheel known as the charkha. This breezy yard represents the essential preparatory heart of Salawas, where raw natural fibers are…

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  5. 5Traditional Pottery Workshop2:29

    Leaving the textile looms behind, we now guide your steps toward another vibrant artisan sanctuary within Salawas, the Traditional Pottery Workshop. While Salawas is renowned worldwide for its handwoven flat rugs, it is equally…

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  6. 6Bishnoi Nature Sanctuary Viewpoint2:24

    Stepping slightly beyond the village boundaries, we arrive at the Bishnoi Nature Sanctuary Viewpoint, overlooking vast semi arid scrublands. This serene vantage point offers an inspiring window into the eco religious philosophy…

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  7. 7Village Homestay & Wood-Fired Kitchen2:15

    Welcome to the welcoming courtyard of the village homestay, best represented by Chhotaram Prajapat Homestay. Named after Chhotaram, the eldest son of master weaver Pukhraj Ji, this authentic establishment offers travelers an…

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  8. 8Closing1:44

    Our immersive audio guide journey through Salawas village and its centuries old Panja Dhurrie heritage has now come to a gentle close. We hope this exploration has offered you a meaningful connection to the living heart of…

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What is Salawas?

Salawas is a place in Rajasthan · India with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationRajasthan · India
TypeActivity
Story sections8
Total length20 min 02 s in all
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates26.1299, 72.9992
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