There
is such a magic in Indian handicrafts that you are drawn towards it. It has its unique art behind it. It is not possible that you go to a
handicraft market and do not bring any handmade goods from there. Let us discuss about ten such places in the
country which are famous for handicrafts items.
1)
Dilli Haat (Delhi)
Craftsmen who are declared registered by DC Handicrafts are
eligible to get a place here. The stalls
here are allotted on a rotation basis for 15 days on minimum payment to the
handicraftsmen coming from every corner of the vast and diverse land of India
for the sale of handicraft items. This
allows viewers to receive the original goods at a reasonable price that is not affected
by high construction costs.
You can also enjoy the unprecedented taste and aroma of
delightful local foods from different regions of India, be it the momos of
Sikkim or the Bambuz hot chicken in Nagaland, the Kahawa and kebabs in Jammu,
the Puranpoli in Maharashtra or the Gujarati Dhokla. Ho.
These food stalls offer you a variety of food items in an
environmentally friendly environment.
A traditional haat or village market environment is visible in
Delhi Haat, but it caters to many traditional needs in one place. Here you can see a combination of
handicrafts, food and cultural activities.This food and craft market is a
treasure house of Indian culture, handicrafts and different food. A unique market located in the heart of the
city, where Indian culture is richly displayed in its rich form. Step inside
the campus for a blissful experience, here you can buy a variety of attire or
enjoy the cuisine of different states or just enjoy evening time with your
whole family.
DilliHaat is not just a market; It has been seen as a showpiece of traditional
Indian culture - a platform where rural life and folk art are brought closer to
the urban environment. Here handicraftsmen get an opportunity to display their
art in front of thousands of visitors daily. Since its launch in March 1994,
Delhi Haat has become home to thousands of handicrafts and weavers. This
complex is not only attractive, but also entertaining by its nature where the
whole family can enjoy. It is the place where one can enjoy a variety of dishes
without having to pay a great price while enjoying the evening.
Here the stalls can
have very good tasting dishes from various states and union territories; There is an exhibition hall; There is a shop selling souvenirs, where
small gift items are sold; There is an
open stage for cultural events and a place specially designed for children
where they can play.
2)
KripalKumbh, Jaipur, Rajasthan
Jaipur is famous for its distinctive blue pottery. The technique, which has Ottoman-Persian
origins, was brought to India and used in mosques and palaces. It found its way to Jaipur in the 19th
century during the reign of Maharaja Sawai Ram Singh II. He was so impressed by this, that he decided
that it should be taught in his art school.
Blue pottery received a major boost in the 1960s, when renowned artist
Kripal Singh Shekhawat took interest in it.
His works can be found all over India, even in museums. Kripal Singh Shekhawat started KripalKumbh as
an outlet for his merchandise, and the team has trained him. Both classical and modern pottery are sold
there. You can also take a class to
learn how to make it. The small showroom
is located in a private house in Bani Park, Jaipur. Other recommended places to buy blue pottery
in Jaipur are Auria Blue Pottery (a social enterprise that collaborates with
local artisans) and Neeja International, especially if you are interested in
new designs.
3)
Deshj Store & Cafe, Kolkata
"Deshj", which means indigenous, is the artisan-led
fashion and lifestyle brand of AIM Art Illuminates Mankind (a social welfare organization
for artisans in India). While the
organization was founded in 2003 by a husband and wife duo, the brand was later
formed in 2015 and the store opened in 2017.
Deshraj promoted budget-friendly handicrafts for new artisans, which
were created and trained by Bengal artisans.
They are from poor and disadvantaged backgrounds, and the brand gives
them hope that their work will be appreciated and that they will be able to
earn a sustainable livelihood. The
brand's main design center is near the cultural city of Shantiniketan, made
famous by Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore.
45 villages in and around the region are involved in the production of
handicrafts. The store also has a cozy
café that serves 24 types of tea and breakfast.
It is housed in a quaint bungalow on Old Balliganj First Lane, and is
open daily from 10 am to 10 pm.
4)
Devarai Kala Village, Panchgani, Maharashtra
Devarai Kala village, about five hours away from Mumbai, is
patented its version of Dhokra Kala of Chhattisgarh. The village was established in 2008 to give
tribal artists from Naxal-affected areas of Chhattisgarh and Gadchiroli in
Maharashtra a place to perform their craft.
It was founded, in part, by an award-winning tribal artist from Gadchiroli
with a passion for community development.
There are now about 35 resident tribal artists in the village. They are encouraged to experiment with new
designs and seek inspiration to commune with nature. Various mediums are used, such as stone, wood,
bamboo, and brass. The village has a
workshop and gallery, which is open throughout the year, where visitors can get
an understanding of the Dhokra process and purchase products.
5)
Channapatna, Karnataka
About an hour and a half before Bangalore on the Bangalore-Mysore
highway, Channapatna is affectionately called "Toy Town" because of
toys made of wood. The origins of the
craft can be traced back to the time when Tipu Sultan ruled Mysore in the 18th
century. He invited Persian artisans to
come to the local artisans and teach it.
Most residents of Channapatna are now involved in making toys, including
brightly colored wooden horses. Many
works in the colony of artisans of Kala Nagar established by the Government of
India. There is also a group of in-house
workshops nearby. In addition, Maya
Organic is an NGO that helps artisans with product design and skill development .
6)
Tilonia market near Ajmer, Rajasthan
The Hathali Institute, a division of the artisans of Barefoot
College in Tilonia village, assists rural Rajasthani women to make a living by
making handicrafts. The products are
sold under the Tilonia market label at their store in Patan near Tilonia, about
an hour before Ajmer on the Jaipur-Ajmer highway. What really makes them stand out is the mix
of traditional and contemporary designs - so, there is indeed something for
everyone! Products range from beautiful
textiles to painted wooden letters of the Hindi alphabet which are great for
learning. This shop is open daily from 9
am to 8 pm.
7)
Art
Gallery and Gallari AK, Delhi
If you are interested in tribal art, then you should visit the
Must Art Gallery in Panchsheel Park neighborhood of Delhi. It is the world's first art gallery dedicated
to tribal art from the Gond community, one of the largest indigenous
communities in central India. Works at
the Must Art Gallery, which include contemporary paintings and sculptures of the
Pardon Gond tribes, and many international artists are represented. Also under one roof is the Gallari AK, which
specializes in all forms of traditional, contemporary and modern Indian
tribal and folk art. The galleries are open daily from 11 am to 8 pm.
tribal and folk art. The galleries are open daily from 11 am to 8 pm.
8)
Hiralakshmi Memorial Craft Park, Kutch, Gujarat
The Kutch region of Gujarat is famous for its handicrafts, and
the Hiralakshmi Memorial Craft Park has been set up in Bhujodi village to
provide space to the artisans. You will
find various products there, including mushroom weaving, leather work,
embroidery, block printing, wood carving, pottery and metal work.
If you are interested
in arts and crafts and want to get more information about the work of local
artisans, do not forget to visit the Yeast Crafts Resource Center and shop near
Bhuj too. A basic but comfortable
guesthouse for those who want to stay there.
9)
Raghurajpur Heritage Village, Puri, Odisha
There are two villages to visit in Odisha where the residents
are all artisans, engaged in their occupations - Raghurajpur Heritage Village
and Pipli. In Raghurajpur near Puri,
artisans take out their craft while sitting in front of their pre-painted
houses. Many have even won national awards.
Intricate Pattachitra art is a feature with religious and tribal themes
done on a piece of cloth. If you are
passing through Bhubaneswar, EkamaraHaat is also worth visiting. This permanent handicraft market with about
50 shops is located on a large plot in the Exhibition Ground.
10)
Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu
To the south of Chennai, Mahabalipuram (also known as
Mamallapuram) is a small surfing and temple town with a thriving backpacker
scene. However, the city is most famous
for its UNESCO World Heritage listed monuments, which were carved into stone by
the Pallava dynasty in the 7th and 8th centuries. The best rock-skulping technique continues in
the city even today. Mahabalipuram was
declared a world stone carving city by the UNESCO-affiliated World Crafts
Council in 2015. Given the uniqueness of
the art of the region, hand-carved granite stone sculptures of Mahabalipuram
were provided with late Geographical Indication (GI) tag. 2017. You will find stone workshops across
the city and craftsmen will give you the best deals on sculptures. Also stop by Cholamandal Artists Village
between Mamallapuram and Chennai.
Established in 1966, it is the largest artist community in India, where
they produce and sell their work.
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