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Varanasi (also known as Banaras/Kashi) is one of the oldest living cities in the world. Varanasi’s prominence in Hindu mythology is virtually unrevealed. The word ‘Kashi’ originated from the word ‘Kas’ which means to Shine. Steped in tradition and mythology legacy. Kashi is the original ground created by Shiva and Parvati upon which they stood as the beginning of time. Varanasi is the microcosm of Hindustan, a city of traditional classical culture, glorified by myths and legends and sanctified by religion, it has always attracted a large a large number of pilgrims and worshippers from time immemorial.
The Pink painted enamel style was brought in Varanasi by the Persian enamellists around early 17th century during the Mughal era. This enameling style reached its peak of perfection at the Persian Court at Isfahan during the Qajar dynasty. The art of Meenakari was prosperous till about hundred year ago. Today there are only a handful of craft persons. They work on gold enamel, and silver enamel jewelry and other objects.