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From outdoor activities to creative experiences, Arbit brings to you a curated list of interesting things to do in the Pink City on Valentine’s Day.

5 unique things to do on Valentine’s Day in Jaipur

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, it’s the right time to start planning the perfect date for your partner to celebrate your love. If you’re one of those who can’t think beyond red roses, chocolates and a candlelight dinner, here are some ideas to create a unique and memorable Valentine’s Day experience for your loved one in the Pink City. Not only these heartwarming ideas are going to put a smile on your partner’s face but will also ensure a meaningful and enriching time together for the two of you.

Jaipur polo season

Pink City to witness an exciting polo season this February

Pink City, the leading destination for Polo in the country, will once again witness exhilarating polo matches as this year’s Jaipur Polo Season is all set to begin from 1 February at the Rajasthan Polo Club. Usually held in January, this year the season witnessed a slight delay owing to the spike in Covid-19 pandemic, the travel restrictions induced by it as well as the extreme cold. To be held till 27 February, this year too there will be several tournaments, exhibition matches as well as initiatives to promote polo for ladies as well as the new players. Below are the highlights of the Jaipur Polo Season 2022:

Divyansh, beatboxer from Rajasthan

Jaipur’s Divyansh is bringing laurels one beat at a time

When Divyansh started beat boxing some 12 years ago while studying in school, he didn’t even know what it is called or if an art form like this exists. Divyansh Kacholia, who is now not only a force to reckon with in the industry but has also popularly emerged as India’s First Folk Beat Boxer. For the uninitiated, Beat Boxing is a form of vocal percussion primarily involving the art of mimicking drum machines, using one’s mouth, lips, tongue, and voice.

TURNING LOVE FOR DOGS INTO A PROFESSION

Meet Rajasthan’s first female dog trainer

Meet Rajasthan’s first female dog trainer and the only canine behaviourist in the state — Priyanshi Singh Shekhawat. Eight years ago, Priyanshi had just returned to Jaipur from Mumbai after getting a degree in Economics and was unsure about what to do with her life. “I was quite depressed as I didn’t particularly like the work environment in Jaipur and I couldn’t understand what career path to pursue. I was talking to my then boyfriend (now husband), Shardul and a random conversation about my love for dogs led me to pursue a career in this field. I did two courses with Shirin Merchant, who is a pioneer in the field of canine behavior and training in India and that’s how my journey as a dog trainer and behaviourist began.”

UNDERSTANDING GAZE THROUGH EVOCATIVE SCULPTURES

Understanding ‘Gaze’ through evocative sculptures

The 5-day solo exhibition of LN Naga’s sculptures at Jawahar Kala Kendra, ‘Gaze: Every Stare is an Event’ explores the nuances of the male gaze and objectification of women. The exhibition is on till 19 January.

Gifting made easy

X-MAS GIFTING MADE EASY

The ho-ho season is right here and along with all the glitz and glam of the season comes the exciting tradition of Secret Santa and Christmas Gifting. If you still haven’t thought of what to gift your family, friends and loved ones this festive season, we have got you covered. Arbit brings to you a curated list of X-Mas gift ideas from Jaipur based entrepreneurs, small businesses and hotels so that it is indeed a Merry Christmas for everyone around us!

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The dying art of Kavad making taught at JKK

Jawahar Kala Kendra’s Kavad making workshop offered participants a journey through Rajasthan’s cultural heritage, blending tradition with innovation. From centuries-old techniques to contemporary adaptations, attendees explored the rich history of this art form, celebrating the legacy of craftsmanship and storytelling in a fusion of past and present.