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Costumes of Rajasthan

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Costumes of Rajasthan Costumes of Rajasthan Costumes of Men Pagdi (Turban/पगड़ी): Worn on the head by men, it is also known by names like Saafa, Potiya, Baag, and Pecha . Turbans are often decorated with items such as Sirpech, Turra, and Kalangi . The 'Chhabdar' was the person who tied the turban for the Mewar Maharaja . Different styles are worn for various occasions: Madil Pagdi for Dussehra, Mothade ki Pagdi for marriages, and turbans with leaf and flower imprints for Holi . Famous styles include Amar-Shahi, Vijay-Shahi, Uday-Shahi, Atpati, Shiv-Shahi, and Khanjar-Shahi . The Khidkiya-Paag of Jodhpur is particularly well-known . Angrakhi (अंगरखी): A garment worn by men on the upper part of their body . It is also known by other names such as Bugtari, Tansukh, Dutai, and Mirzai . Achkan (अचकन): A knee-length jacket, which is generally worn by men of the Muslim community . Dhoti: A traditional garment worn by men, tied below the waist . Choga: A long-sleeved cloak with a long skir…