Shantiniketan, a small town in the Birbhum District of the state of West Bengal, is often hailed as the cultural epicentre of the state. And Poush Mela (Mela-fair), an annual fair held in Shantiniketan at the end of December, goes a long way in justifying that maxim. With more than 1500 stalls, the Poush Mela attracts scores of people not only from the different parts of India but also from across the globe. The rustic red soil and lush greens of Shantiniketan provide the perfect setting for this winter carnival that occupies pride of place in the heart of Bengali culture.
During his lifetime he created masterpieces such as Gitanjali, Saddhana, The Crescent Moon. Synonymous with his name is another name – Shantiniketan.
What is Santiniketan famous for? Is just Rabindranath Tagore or the art and craft of West Bengal or nature? On our last visit to Kolkata, we visited Shantiniketan to find the answers.
This is the second part of my travelogue on Shantiniketan trip in January, 2015. If you missed the first part here is the link for you A refreshing Weekend Trip to Shantiniketan. Day 2 – Exploring …
If Kolkata is the ‘City of Joy’, Bolpur is the ‘City of Art’. Tagore’s favourite city is filled with culture, emotion, and food! Come to enjoy the serenity of Shantiniketan and stay for the food. T…
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There are much more to see and enjoy in Shantiniketan apart from Visva Bharati and Uttarayan. In fact, the exotic rural landscapes and the appeal of peaceful countryside has turned Shantiniketan fr…
Shantiniketan is a destination people keep going back to for its charm. For first time visitors, here is how you can enjoy your first day in Shantiniketan
Bolpur - Shantiniketan, the home of Tagore is a beautiful weekend getaway from Kolkata. Here is a 2-days itinerary that will help you visit Shantiniketan.
Shantiniketan is a destination people keep going back to for its charm. For first time visitors, here is how you can enjoy your first day in Shantiniketan
Shantiniketan is famous for its calmness, Arts & Culture. We will discuss every aspect like hotels, places to visit, etc in this Best Shantiniketan Tour Guide.
Looking back at Shantiniketan, after all these years, I can still feel shanti.... Visva Bharati, University founded by Rabindranath Tagore is in Shantiniketan, India. I had been there several times, trying to get into the Art College of Visva Bharati. It's an amazing place......almost like fairy tale..... One of the Art School Buildings. One of the many unique features of this peaceful land__ there is no street lighting on the roads. And there are no accidents.........I don't how and why??? No one is hurry to go any where or do anything. Everyone is relaxed and is at peace. Everything gets done as it should be. I had met Americans studying at Visva Bharati. They had no complaints. The library had no chairs to sit on. Everyone, including the professors would sit on the floor, put their books on low rise tables and study. This is a classroom of one the primary schools at Visva Bharati. The teacher sits on the wooden high rise. Students sit on the ground. Want to be part of the nature and study.......??? This is the place. Everyone takes off their shoes and sandals, at the main entrance of any school or college buildings. They are never stolen even when there's no security. It gets very hot during the summer.....all businesses and classes begin at 7:00am and end at 11:00am. During this time, not one single shop will remain open. Life begins again from 5:00pm and continue till 11:00pm including classes of schools, and colleges. Visva Bharati. I came to know....... Rabindranath was on his way and had to stop, as it was prayer time. His carriage stopped at Shantiniketan. Rabindranath got out, prayed and as he prayed, he felt peace/shanti. And from then on, he decided to build his University at Shantiniketan. :))) Rabindranath Tagore was a Bengali, just as I am. And I can kiss the ground he walked on. He was the first literary figure in Asia, to win Nobel Prize in Literature, in 1913. By the way, he turned down Knighthood........ooops...... This is true........one feels peace/shanti at Shantiniketan. The pictures were taken by my friend Mrinalini, while visiting Shantiniketan, India, in November 2010
It was our second morning and after freshening up we went exploring more of the top Shantiniketan landmarks starting off with a Puja offering to Goddess Kali.
The mission of metamorphosing the property into their dream home, a cozy and charming casa with a splash of Spanish flair.
Shantiniketan, near Kolkata (WestBengal) is an art-lover's paradise! Established by the Tagore family, this "abode of peace" has so much to art to explore.
Shantiniketan, a small town in the Birbhum District of the state of West Bengal, is often hailed as the cultural epicentre of the state. And Poush Mela (Mela-fair), an annual fair held in Shantiniketan at the end of December, goes a long way in justifying that maxim. With more than 1500 stalls, the Poush Mela attracts scores of people not only from the different parts of India but also from across the globe. The rustic red soil and lush greens of Shantiniketan provide the perfect setting for this winter carnival that occupies pride of place in the heart of Bengali culture.
This is one of the lesser known sculptures by Ramkinkar Baij in Shantiniketan (Viswabharati Univiersity) campus. Here is some link on Ramkinkar Baij who was considered to be pioneer sculptor in modern Indian sculpture and art: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ramkinkar_Baij
Handicrafts Souvenirs from Shantiniketan Bolpur - beautiful hand-made knick-knacks made from red soil available in this region.
What is Santiniketan famous for? Is just Rabindranath Tagore or the art and craft of West Bengal or nature? On our last visit to Kolkata, we visited Shantiniketan to find the answers.
Short trips are here to Stay. Here we list down our 25 best weekend destinations near kolkata that is ideal for short one night stay kind of weekend trips.
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