Colours of India : Cities that Create the VIBGYOR of the Country!

India is a land of vivid strokes that adorn the culture, architecture and occasions. If you travel across the country, you will see different kinds of people living under one banner. A similar concept goes for every region, that exhibits its own charm but together makes a decorative artwork. And one such important aspect of this art work are the colours of India. Let’s explore some cities in India that are famous for the colours they represent. 

Jaipur - Pink City of India 

Whenever we hear of Jaipur, the colour pink quickly pops up in front of our eyes. The city which houses numerous monuments, temples and buildings that are covered in shades of pink stands true to its name. It is believed that pink was referred to as the colour of hospitality back in time. Jaipur, known for its hospitality was ordered to paint pink by Maharaja Sawai Ram Singh to welcome Queen Victoria’s son, Albert Edward, Prince of Wales. Hence, it got the title of "The Pink City."

Jodhpur - Blue City of India 

Another city in Rajasthan is colour-coded, this time it's with the shade of blue. The city of Jodhpur is called the ‘Blue City’ due to its blue architecture. It is believed that Brahmins in the 15th century began painting their houses blue as a means of distinction from other classes. Also, the Maharaja of Jodhpur painted the town that resembles the colour of the sky, symbolising their connection to the divine. 

Thiruvananthapuram - Green City of India 

Thiruvananthapuram, a city located in “God’s own country”- Kerala was given the title of “Evergreen City of India” by Mahatama Gandhi. The city is known to have lush green scapes, hues of green and nature flourishing all around, which makes it the green city of India. With laden forests, sanctuaries and natural sites, this place truly owns the title. 

Nagpur - Orange City of India

Farms in the city of Nagpur in Maharashtra are adorned with orange, literally and colourfully. This city is the centre of orange cultivation in India and so it claims the title of “Orange City.” The origin of the orange plantation dates back to 1896 when the Late Shri Raghujiraje Bhonsle, the establisher of Nagpur kingdom planted them as kitchen garden plants and was successful. Since then, orange production has grown, becoming one of the most lucrative prospective foreign exchange-earning crops in this area.

Cuttack - Silver City of India

Cuttack, the city in Odisha is known as the “Silver City of India”. It is so that, the town is a hub for its Tarakashi - the silver filigree craft. It is a contemporary craft that involves the silversmith crimping thin strips of fine silver into zig-zag patterns and loops using it to solder together to create artistic jewellery. The city is home to nearly 2000 Tarakashi artisans who had inherited the craftsmanship from their forefathers and produces products that shine.

Pondicherry - Rainbow City of India 

The pastel colours cover the streets of Pondicherry. These French colonies have houses painted in either blue, or pink, and yellow or red, the colour you wish to see. It truly transforms you into a vivid world of colours that soothe your soul. Thus, we would like to refer to Pondicherry as the Rainbow City of India. 

Udaipur - White City of India

Udaipur is another city from the desert state covered in the shades of snow. The town majorly consists of white structures which are a creation of Rajput kings. The Rajputs built palaces made of marble back in the time and this tradition continues even today. Hence, the colour white is prominent in different marble palaces in the city.