1 / 10The G20 summit in New Delhi concluded over the weekend and saw major diplomatic announcements being made over the two days. But aside from diplomacy, the delegates also received lavish gift hampers consisting of handcrafted artifacts hand-made by master craftsmen. Let’s take a look at the contents of the various hampers.
2 / 10Sheeshamwood Sandook with Brass Patti | The Hindi word for treasure, "Sandook" is a strong box made of solid old wood or metal with a lid on top and embellishments all over. This Sandook was handcrafted using Sheesham or Indian Rosewood, which is known for its strength and durability.
3 / 10Saffron from Kashmir | The most expensive and exotic spice in the world, saffron has been valued for its unparalleled culinary and medicinal value. Apart from being a luxurious and sought-after culinary spice, Saffron is abundantly rich in antioxidants and provides many health benefits.
4 / 10Pekoe Darjeeling and Nilgiri Tea | Pekoe Darjeeling and Nilgiri Tea are two illustrious gems from India’s tea tapestry, epitomising the delicate art of tea cultivation and infusion. While Darjeeling tea is the most valued tea in the world, Nilgiri Tea comes from the most spectacular mountain range in South India. It is a preferred choice for lemon iced tea.
5 / 10Araku Coffee | Araku Coffee is the world’s first terroir-mapped coffee grown on organic plantations in the Araku Valley of Andhra Pradesh. These coffee beans bear the essence of the valley's rich soil and temperate climate. Pure Arabica with a rare aromatic profile, Araku Coffee is known for its unique texture and a symphony of flavors that make for a smooth, well-balanced cup.
6 / 10Sundarbans Multiflora Mangrove Honey | Sundarbans, the largest mangrove forest in the world, is home to wild colonies of honeybees. The distinct and rich flavor profile of Sundarbans honey mirrors the bio-diversity of the area and is less viscous than the other types. Besides being 100% natural and pure, Sundarban honey is also high in flavonoids and provides valuable health benefits.
7 / 10Kashmiri Pashmina | The Kashmiri Pashmina shawl has many enchanting stories woven into its fabric. ‘Pashm’ means wool in Persian. But in Kashmiri, it refers to the raw unspun wool of the Changthangi goat (the world’s most unique Cashmere goat) found only at a height of 14,000 feet above sea level. The wool is collected by combing (and not shearing) the undercoat of this goat.
8 / 10Zighrana Ittar | Zighrana Ittar is a masterpiece of fragrance hailing from Kannauj, a city in Uttar Pradesh. ‘Ittar’ (meaning ‘perfume’) is an essential oil derived from botanical sources. Through the meticulous process of hydro-distillation, the essential oils are extracted and then matured over time allowing the notes to harmonise and deepen. This alchemical journey culminates in Zighrana Ittar - a fragrant symphony that resonates with the rich heritage of Kannauj.
9 / 10Khadi Scarf | Originating in India, Khadi is an eco-friendly clothing material most beloved for its beautiful texture and versatility throughout the seasons. It is also one of the most important symbols of India’s freedom struggle. In fact, its name was coined by Mahatma Gandhi himself. From its beginnings on the spinning wheel during India’s independence movement to be a marker of high quality and luxury today, khadi has been epitomising sustainable fashion for decades.
10 / 10Coin Box | To commemorate India's G20 Presidency, the Prime Minister of India released special G20 postage stamps and coins on July 26, 2023. The designs of both the coins and stamps draw inspiration from India's G20 Logo and theme of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' or 'One Earth. One Family. One Future'. The second G20 Commemorative Stamp, rendered in gold colour, represents India's diversity, inclusiveness, and rich cultural heritage. It takes inspiration from the lotus, the national flower of India, as represented in India's G20 Presidency Logo. Also marking this milestone of India's G20 Presidency, two G20 Commemorative Coins of denominations 75 and 100 were released by the Prime Minister.
