The Charm Of Garwali Women
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Traditional jewellery worn by Garwali women on special occasions.
Tehri Nath is the charm of Garhwali women popularly worn in the parts of Uttarakhand. It is known for its elegant style. It is a big nose ring which is crafted with gold and beautiful pearl beads. The ornament is moulded beautifully in the shape of chand. It is worn by the women of Garhwal and is famous the artistic value it gives to their culture. The craze of Tehri Nath is such that people are very much curious to see the bride adorning the exquisite the nath. People of Uttarakhand are deeply rooted with their culture and regard Nath as an important ornament, which depicts their rich culture. The uniqueness of the Nath is that it is adorned by both urban and rural women of the Garhwal.
This traditional jewellery is an example of the solidarity, ethics and traditional values imbibed in the older as well as younger generations of Garhwal spciety. It was worn by married women at the time of marriage, social occasions, puja, family functions and other important occasions. Currently, there are more than 40 unique designs of Tehri Nath available in the market. As a lot of girls found it difficult to wear the enormously big and heavy piece of jewellery, now the same designs are available in new patterns.The weight and the number of pearls embellished in a nath are associated with the status of the family of the bride and is gifted to the bride by the maternal uncle on her wedding day. It is worn at the time of Ganesh Puja when the bride is adorned with all the wedding jewellery.
The Tehri Nath not only reflects the richness of Garhwali culture but it is also famous for its elegant look. At present, many non-Garhwali brides are embracing it for its graceful appearance. Now, adorning a Tehri Nath in the wedding has become a fashion. During ‘baan’ and other wedding ceremonies many Garhwali ladies dress up in their traditional attires and flaunt their exquisite Tehri Naths.
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The Nath has recently become a trend amongst Non-Garwali women also. It can be easily customized by any jeweler nowadays. Head over to Tanishq Jewellers and get your very own mark of Garhwali legacy.
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Where : G-16, South Extension Part-I, Near Bengali Sweets, New Delhi, Delhi 110049
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Price : On demand
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Nearest Metro station: AIIMS metro station
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Contributed by: - Harnoor Kaur
