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Gadisar Lake at Jaisalmer
2020
Banglanatak
Kolkata, West Bengal, India
The Gadsisar Lake was dug in 1367 AD by Rawal Gadsi Singh. The lake not only displays remarkable scenic beauty but is also a site for migratory birds. The shore of the lake is surrounded by majestic Chattris, Temples, Shrines and Ghats all made of golden yellow sandstone. The entrance to the lake is through Tilon ki Pol, a splendidly decorated archway made of yellow sandstone.
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- Title: Gadisar Lake at Jaisalmer
- Date Created: 2020
- Location: Jaisalmer
- Rights: Banglanatak.com
- About the craft: Manganiyars are hereditary communities of traditional folk musicians living mostly in the Barmer and Jaisalmer districts of western Rajasthan. Their music has survived decades owing to the Jajmani system which is fundamental to their art form and also a source of livelihood. The repertoire of Manganiyar music covers qawwali, sufi songs, bhajans and songs on life cycle, rituals, festivals. The community's identity instrument is the Kamaicha.
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