Bhavnagar, Gujarat, India
Women in Bhavnagar engage in beadwork and embroidery from their homes. The Bhavnagar Heritage Preservation Trust also collaborates with artisans across the district, such as the metal craftsmen of Shihore and the woodworkers of Mahuva. Nilambag Palace has its own boutique, and craft tours can be arranged for visitors.
The Vijaymahal Club features a modern gym and incorporates traditional Indian strength-building techniques like Mudgal and Gadda, where heavy clubs are swung under the guidance of an instructor, similar to the methods used by Indian mud wrestlers in akharas (traditional gymnasiums). The owners of Nilambag Palace also manufacture Indian gym equipment, and yoga lessons are available as well.
The Maharajas and Maharanis of Bhavnagar were pioneers in education, establishing schools for both boys and girls. The late Rajmata Brijraj Nandini and Maharani Samyukta Devi played crucial roles in enhancing these institutions. The palace can arrange school visits for those interested in learning about Gujarat's educational history.
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