The various puppets against the background of a curtain at Chokhi Dhani

In a previous post, I had mentioned about how puppet shows would serve as a source of story telling and amusement; this post gives a much detailed look at the puppets used. Obviously, they are no match for 3D realistic computer aided animation, but they have a certain appeal (but the whole concept of puppet shows are a dying breed).

Photo of earthern pot inside Chokhi Daani

Inside the cultural village of Chokhi Daani near Jaipur, there is a display that shows the life of rural potters including the way they live. In this photo, you can see a huge pot made of earth along with the entrance to a traditional hut.

The ceremonial entrance to Chokhi Daani near Jaipur

Chokhi Daani is a cultural center near Jaipur in the state of Rajasthan, India. It is a village setup to display the culture of villages, including food, craft, and their traditions, and can prove fascinating to tourists.

The sculpture 'Model for a Hotel 2007' by Thomas Schütte

The sculpture 'Model for a Hotel 2007' by Thomas Schütte rests on the 4th plinth of Trafalgar Square. The other 3 plinths are occupied by statues, George IV (northeast, 1840s), Henry Havelock (southeast, 1861, by William Behnes), and Sir Charles James Napier (southwest, 1855). The 4th plinth was never occupied by a statue due to a lack of funds, and has been holding temporary structures as a demonstration of art. Currently, the idea is that the 4th plinth will showcase works by contemporary artists, and there is no general agreement on putting up a permanent structure.