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Hindolo | Swing
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Category: Aasan
Location: Dedan, Amreli, Gujarat
Cultural region: Saurashtra
Materials: Earth (Ceramic), Metal (Brass), Textile, Wood
Earth craft technique: Tilework
Metal craft technique: Casting, Fittings
Wood craft technique: Carving, Joinery, Turning
Source: DICRC, India and SADACC, UK
In Saurashtra, hindolo are usually dressed with a cushioned seat which is covered with fabric drape. The backrests of most hindolo rotate 180 degrees making the hindolo accessible from either side.
