Surajkund - the pond of Sun God owes its name to an ancient amphitheatre sun pool, dating to the 10th century. Surajkund was built by King Suraj Pal, a follower of the Sun God. Surajkund comes alive with bright colours of Indian folk traditions and cultural heritage and International participation during the Surajkund Crafts Mela. The 25th Surajkund Mela has Andhra Pradesh as its Theme State this year and for the third time. The State represents India’s ethnic diversity and its rich cultural heritage. The Surajkund Mela set in an alluring, rustic and ethereal environment depicts the plurality of Indian arts, crafts and culture. Traditionally rich handlooms, handicrafts and some of the mouth watering cuisines of different states is experienced by visitors. The special enclosure made for the Theme State has artisans specializing in woodwork, jewellery, metal ware and other crafts. The Mela epitomizes the beauty of rural India within the gamut of suburban serenity and makes an ideal getaway for people. The magic of vibrant Andhra Pradesh comes through at this year's Mela.
Every year for two weeks, a record number of visitors including thousands of foreign tourists come to this mega event! The idea behind the Mela is to recreate a pristine rural ambience for foreign & domestic tourists, to educate the patrons of arts and crafts on the skills involved in art creation, to introduce crafts and craftspersons directly to the buyers and to identify, nurture and preserve the languishing crafts of the country. The participants this year also included those from Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Thailand, Russia, Bhutan, Nepal, Afghanistan, and Sri Lanka.
Surajkund which is located near Faridabad in Haryana is just about 8 km and an hour's drive from New Delhi. All day, at the Chaupal & in the evenings at the Natyashala, various dance troupes performed to enthralled audiences.
The Surajkund Mela is organized by Haryana Tourism. Visitors payed Rs. 50 as an entrance ticket for the day. The mela was first held in 1981 and the popular event is a showcase for traditional Indian arts and crafts as well as live entertainment. For details visit: http://haryanatourism.gov.in/surajkund/surajkundmela.asp
Every year for two weeks, a record number of visitors including thousands of foreign tourists come to this mega event! The idea behind the Mela is to recreate a pristine rural ambience for foreign & domestic tourists, to educate the patrons of arts and crafts on the skills involved in art creation, to introduce crafts and craftspersons directly to the buyers and to identify, nurture and preserve the languishing crafts of the country. The participants this year also included those from Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Thailand, Russia, Bhutan, Nepal, Afghanistan, and Sri Lanka.
Surajkund which is located near Faridabad in Haryana is just about 8 km and an hour's drive from New Delhi. All day, at the Chaupal & in the evenings at the Natyashala, various dance troupes performed to enthralled audiences.
The Surajkund Mela is organized by Haryana Tourism. Visitors payed Rs. 50 as an entrance ticket for the day. The mela was first held in 1981 and the popular event is a showcase for traditional Indian arts and crafts as well as live entertainment. For details visit: http://haryanatourism.gov.in/surajkund/surajkundmela.asp
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Surajkund Crafts Mela 2011 held near Delhi in Faridabad, Haryana, North India. The annual Suraj Kund Mela (fair) is an event held in February each year where artisans, craftsmen, musicians & dancers come together and entral thousands of visitors. It is also a great shopping bonanza and delight to the palate with the range of food. | ||
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Plenty of handicrafts on sale and many more things to see at Surajkund Mela. Surajkund Crafts Mela 2011 held near Delhi in Faridabad, Haryana, North India. The annual Suraj Kund Mela (fair) is an event held in February each year where artisans, craftsmen, musicians & dancers come together and entral thousands of visitors. It is also a great shopping bonanza and delight to the palate with the range of food. | ||
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Prayer flags from Bhutan blow in the wind. Surajkund Crafts Mela 2011 held near Delhi in Faridabad, Haryana, North India. The annual Suraj Kund Mela (fair) is an event held in February each year where artisans, craftsmen, musicians & dancers come together and entral thousands of visitors. It is also a great shopping bonanza and delight to the palate with the range of food. | ||
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Works of art on display and sale at the mela. Surajkund Crafts Mela 2011 held near Delhi in Faridabad, Haryana, North India. The annual Suraj Kund Mela (fair) is an event held in February each year where artisans, craftsmen, musicians & dancers come together and entral thousands of visitors. It is also a great shopping bonanza and delight to the palate with the range of food. | ||
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Higher perch helps get a better view of the stage. Surajkund Crafts Mela 2011 held near Delhi in Faridabad, Haryana, North India. The annual Suraj Kund Mela (fair) is an event held in February each year where artisans, craftsmen, musicians & dancers come together and entral thousands of visitors. It is also a great shopping bonanza and delight to the palate with the range of food. | ||
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Dayal Sangeet Academy from Rasulgargh, Bhubaneshwar, Orissa perform at the Chaupal at Suraj Kund Mela. Surajkund Crafts Mela 2011 held near Delhi in Faridabad, Haryana, North India. The annual Suraj Kund Mela (fair) is an event held in February each year where artisans, craftsmen, musicians & dancers come together and entral thousands of visitors. It is also a great shopping bonanza and delight to the palate with the range of food. | ||
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Dayal Sangeet Academy from Rasulgargh, Bhubaneshwar, Orissa perform at the Chaupal at Suraj Kund Mela. Surajkund Crafts Mela 2011 held near Delhi in Faridabad, Haryana, North India. The annual Suraj Kund Mela (fair) is an event held in February each year where artisans, craftsmen, musicians & dancers come together and entral thousands of visitors. It is also a great shopping bonanza and delight to the palate with the range of food. | ||
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Hand gestures are an important part of the Indian dance. Surajkund Crafts Mela 2011 held near Delhi in Faridabad, Haryana, North India. The annual Suraj Kund Mela (fair) is an event held in February each year where artisans, craftsmen, musicians & dancers come together and entral thousands of visitors. It is also a great shopping bonanza and delight to the palate with the range of food. | ||
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Dayal Sangeet Academy, Rasulgargh, Bhubaneshwar, Orissa dancer strikes a pose at Surakund Mela. Surajkund Crafts Mela 2011 held near Delhi in Faridabad, Haryana, North India. The annual Suraj Kund Mela (fair) is an event held in February each year where artisans, craftsmen, musicians & dancers come together and entral thousands of visitors. It is also a great shopping bonanza and delight to the palate with the range of food. | ||
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Sambhalpuri dancer Ms. Nandita Tripathi of Dayal Sangeet Academy, Rasulgargh, Bhubaneshwar, Orissa. Surajkund Crafts Mela 2011 held near Delhi in Faridabad, Haryana, North India. The annual Suraj Kund Mela (fair) is an event held in February each year where artisans, craftsmen, musicians & dancers come together and entral thousands of visitors. It is also a great shopping bonanza and delight to the palate with the range of food. | ||
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