Shilpgram:
When someone says ‘Village of Artisans’, it means they are referring to Shilpgram in Rajasthan. Tribal influence is majorly felt while visiting Shilpgram. It is located 3 KMS away from Udaipur. It is a confluence of art, music and dance with a flavor of tradition. Shilpgram merges the rustic rural skilled talent with indigenous advanced artists of Rajasthan. It become popular because of Udaipur Shilpgram Festival.
Interesting facts:
The museum at Shilpgram is very famous for its display of age-old Indian arts and handicrafts. Additionally, it had some cultural influence from Europe and the Mughal dynasty.
Rajiv Gandhi, the then prime minister of India, graced his presence in 1989 because Shilpgram was developed for the purpose of tourism.
How to reach there:
Railways:
Reach Udaipur Railway Station. Subsequently, a cab or taxi will take you to the destination which is just 3 kms away.
Roadways:
You can drive till Udaipur.Further, you will easily get the directions to reach there asking the local folk.
Airways:
Maharana Pratap Airport is located at a distance of 24 KMS from Shilpgram. You can hire private cab or taxi from the airport to reach there.
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Shilpgram Festival
Shilpgram Mahotsav is the common terminology used for Shilpgram Festival. December is the best time to visit the place. It hosts a 10 days long annual festival during this time of the year. Not only Shilpgram Festival includes theatre performances but also cultural programs, art exhibitions, stalls also stage performances.
There is no ticket cost generally for day one.
Shilpgram Craft Mela
Udaipur Shilpgram Festival attracts foreign tourists from all over the globe because of its inquisitive leather and hand woven fabrics. From embroideries, hand woven to mirror work will grab your attention urging you to purchase them.The Haat Bazaar is the ideal place for purchasing Indian antiques and handicrafts.
The Mela or the fair provides an opportunity to the weavers and artisans to earn a major livelihood of the year. The visitors can agonize the conditions of weavers and understand through the festival prevalent in this era of mechanization. Weaving and textile are important industries of the economy today but need revival. Therefore, the government of Rajasthan provides huge sponsorship and subsidiaries to boost the morale of the people associated with these two industries.
Some marvelous stone carved or marble statues will not leave your attention. Unquestionably, making popular spots for selfies. Besides, a huge painting exhibition is held every year displaying paintings of multiple artists from all classes of riches. Mural paintings, terracotta art, clay models, decorated pots, intricate jewelry, precious caskets and wooden toys add galore joy to the festive shopping.
Food Delicacies at the fest:
You won’t regret the unavailability of food. As a matter of fact, you will have innumerable to tantalise your tongue and make your tummy rumble. Local delicacies from the place itself and Udaipur await for you. Additionally, you will also find some signature dishes from the land of royals.
Folk music and folk dances:
At the entrance of the festival a troupe of musicians with Dhols greet you. The beats of Dhol transpires an energy of vigor and robust enthusiasm. Subsequently, going deeper Kalbeliya dancers and the dance of snake charmers leave you astonished because of their tough dance moves.
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A peaceful corner with golden mud around turns out to be the place for watching Ghodi dance. Ghodi dancers wear exclusive costumes which include structures like the nape of the horse’s neck around the waistline. Repetitively, you will find groups of musicians playing traditional music instruments like harmonium, manjeeras, tambourine, flute, iktaras etc carrying legacy ahead wearing beautifully adorned turbans. Furthermore, you will come across Banjara dance f performed by men and women together with acrobatic moves grooving to the tune of Shehnai and snake charmer’s flute. Kids and adults love the Kathputli or the puppet show which is a traditional form of storytelling. In the evening stage performances and open theatres are scheduled to entertain the audience.
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