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The Royal Gallerys

Society

Royalty, aristocracy, weddings, polo, philanthropy and events — the social architecture of heritage and its living traditions.

Royalty

The House of Mewar: A Dynasty in the 21st Century

How one of the world's oldest continuous royal dynasties navigates modernity while preserving the rituals, responsibilities and cultural authority of a thousand-year legacy.

20 min read
Weddings

The Royal Wedding: Tradition, Spectacle and Meaning

Behind the pageantry of Indian royal weddings — the rituals, the craftsmanship, the family negotiations and the cultural significance that transcends the celebrations.

15 min read
Polo

The Sport of Kings Returns to Jodhpur

Polo was born in India. Today, a new generation of players, patrons and tournaments is restoring the country's place at the centre of the sport.

12 min read
Philanthropy

How India's Royal Women Are Leading Social Change

From education to healthcare to craft preservation — the royal women using their platforms, networks and resources to drive tangible social transformation.

14 min read
Events

The Season: A Calendar of Cultural Gatherings

From the Jaipur Literature Festival to palace concerts and private heritage gatherings — the events that define the social and cultural calendar.

10 min read
The Dispatch

Society & Culture

The finest stories at the intersection of royalty, society and cultural life.

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