The Thanjavur veena holds the distinction of being the first musical instrument in India to receive the prestigious Geographical Indicati...
The Thanjavur veena holds the distinction of being the first musical instrument in India to receive the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) tag, highlighting its cultural and geographical uniqueness.
Four primary types of veena:
Rudra Veena and Vichitra Veena: Predominantly used in Hindustani classical music.
Saraswati Veena and Chitra Veena: Commonly used in Carnatic classical music.
Thanjavur is the sole place where the Saraswati Veena is crafted, making it a unique center for this particular type of veena.
The Saraswati Veena is named after Saraswati, the goddess of learning and arts, who is often depicted holding this instrument.
The veena is traditionally made from jackfruit wood, known for its durability and resonant qualities.
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