When is Surajkund International Crafts Mela in Faridabad?
When is Surajkund International Crafts Mela in Faridabad?
The curtains go up on the acclaimed annual ‘Surajkund International Crafts Mela’ from 1st February onwards, a celebration of Indian folk traditions and cultural heritage. The Mela celebrates the unique diversity of Indian traditions and culture in a ambience, created to represent the ethos of rural India.
Where does the name Surajkund Mela come from?
An ancient reservoir of the 10th century, Surajkund is the site of popular Surajkund Mela located 8 kilometers away from South Delhi in Faridabad. It’s name comes from the ancient amphitheatre or ‘Sun Pool’ that was constructed here in the 10th century AD by Raja SurajPal.
Which is the theme state of Surajkund Mela 2020?
The Theme State for the 33rd Surajkund Mela 2020 was Maharashtra. A treat for visitors, people will get to see another set of rich culture, traditions, and exclusive artefacts made by the artisans of that state in the most vivid craft festivals of India.
Which is the theme of the Surajkund fair?
The prime highlight of the Surajkund fair is that one Indian state gets the special honour of being the Theme State of the year. The concept of the Theme State was brought upon with a view to promote and focus on the art, craft, culture, and cuisine of one state per year.
Which is the theme state of Surajkund Mela?
For the 34th Surajkund International Crafts Mela-2020, the state of Himachal Pradesh has been chosen to be the Theme State. At least 20 countries & all the states of India will be participating in the Mela.
Is the Crafts Mela a custodian of heritage crafts?
The Mela is indeed a custodian of the heritage crafts involving use of traditional skills that are fading away due to cheap machine made imitations, and a special section is earmarked for showcasing of these heritage crafts. The multi-cuisine Food Court provides ethnic cuisines from all over the world, which are immensely popular with visitors.
Where is the reservoir of Surajkund in Faridabad?
Surajkund is an ancient reservoir of the 10th century located on Southern Delhi Ridge of Aravalli range in Faridabad city of Haryana state about 8 km from South Delhi.
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