Radha's mehandi designs

Shubh Divali

Today the Guardian features the art of Mehendi.

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The exotic art of Mehendi If you have ever been a guest at an Indian wedding or observed women in traditional Indian wear during certain festivals, you might have noticed markings on their hands and feet.   You may

Henna is part of many cultural traditions across many regions there are a number of symbols used within the art and each have various meanings and uses.

Did you know that;
Back of hand decoration ~ acts as a shield-closing, defending, clenching-symbolizing protection.