India's relationship with fragrance goes far beyond perfume. Fragrant flowers, woods, herbs, oils and resins have found their way into worship, personal care, celebrations and everyday life for centuries.

This heritage has been shaped by many regions, materials and traditions. From the attar makers of Kannauj to the use of incense in homes and temples, fragrance has often been part of how Indians mark a moment, create an atmosphere or simply enjoy the beauty of everyday life.

These traditions also reveal something about how India has understood fragrance. It was not only about smelling good. It was connected to ritual, hospitality, pleasure, nature and, in many traditions, a sense of wellbeing.

Fragrance Heritage brings together some of these traditions and the people, materials and practices that have carried them forward.