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Chennai
Chennai Arts & Crafts Tour: Kolam, Garlands & More!
300
Overview
Traditional Indian Arts and Craft in Ramapuram invites everyone to explore the colorful arts of India in a Chennai home. This special tour is perfect for people who love art, culture, and tasty food. It's a great way to really experience Indian traditions up close.
Guests will visit a real family's home to learn how to make beautiful kolam designs on the floor. An expert will show them how to create garlands from fresh flowers. They'll also discover traditional Indian board games and try draping a saree or dhoti, traditional Indian clothing. Plus, they'll learn how to make a simple musical instrument and some delicious filter coffee and vada!
This experience includes private transportation and a personal memento to remember the day. Get ready to dive into Indian culture and make some amazing memories! 
Highlights
Make Kolam Designs: Learn to create beautiful and intricate Kolam designs from a skilled local artist.
Create Flower Garlands: String fresh flowers into a fragrant garland to take home as a memento.
Play Indian Board Games: Step back in time and learn to play traditional Indian board games like Pallanguzhi.
Drape Saree or Dhoti: Discover the elegance of the saree for women or dhoti for men with expert guidance.
Learn Musical Instrument basics: Learn the basics of making an 'Udukkai' (Udukku), a fascinating hourglass-shaped drum.
Make tasty treats: Learn the secrets to making crispy, flavorful Indian 'vadas' (savory fried fritters).
Sentiment Analysis
Customers highly enjoyed the hands-on cultural activities and found the tour to be a memorable and enriching experience.
Customers rave about the enjoyable and immersive experience.
Visitors loved learning to play traditional Indian board games.
Participants appreciated the hands-on activities like garland and musical instrument making.
Guests enjoyed the opportunity to learn how to wear a saree.
The Journey
Traditional Family Home, Chennai
A traditional family home in Chennai serves as the central location for this cultural experience, providing an authentic setting to learn about Indian arts and crafts.
Kolam Design Workshop
Learn the traditional art of creating intricate kolam designs from a skilled instructor.
Garland Making Workshop
Learn the traditional craft of stringing fresh flowers, vibrant leaves, and other natural materials into exquisite garlands.
Traditional Indian Board Games Session
Step back in time and learn to play traditional Indian board games like "Pallanguzhi."
Saree and Dhoti Draping Session
Discover the grace and beauty of the saree for women and dhoti for men, India's iconic traditional garments.
Mehendi (Henna) Application Workshop
Learn the basics of applying intricate mehendi (henna) designs on hands and feet.
"Udukkai" (Udukku) Making Session
Learn the basics of making an "Udukkai" (Udukku), a fascinating hourglass-shaped drum.
Traditional Doll Making Session
Learn the fine art of traditional doll making.
Indian "Vadas" Making Session
Learn the secrets to making crispy, flavorful Indian "vadas" (savory fried fritters).
Know Before You Go
This cultural experience includes private transportation for convenience and a personal memento to remember the tour. Food and drinks are included. This experience does not list specific exclusions, so plan accordingly for personal expenses. The meeting point is at a traditional family's home. It's a fully immersive experience in a private home.
Hot Tip
Guests who enjoy this experience say to go without hesitation. The cultural tour is very enjoyable and great for hands-on learning.
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