Shantiniketan
Shantiniketan , endowed
with exceptional scenic beauty
is considered to be the epitome
of Bengali intellect and culture. In 1863, Maharshi Debendranath Tagore, father of nobel laureate
Rabindranath Tagore started an ashram for yoga and meditation
over here. Rabindranath began an
experimental, 'open-air' classes in 1901 and named the school Shantiniketan or
the 'Abode of Peace'.
In 1921, it became Visva Bharati
University, which is now recognised as a great centre of oriental education and
culture. It functions on Rabindranath's vision of learning, who believed in
education as a way of life. The curriculum includes educational, cultural and other
activities like agriculture, cottage industries etc.
Tourist Acctration in Shantiniketan
- Uttarayan
- Vichitra
- Poush Mela or Utsav
- Vasantotsav
- Sriniketan
Uttarayan complex in the campus
is one of the most frequently visited place. Rabindranath Tagore, used to stay
here and it was designed by Tagore himself.
Vichitra, a museum housed in
this complex exhibits paintings, manuscripts and personal belongings of
Rabindranath. The campus lawns are also studded with murals, frescoes and
sculptures by some of Rabindranath's contemporaries and students.
Poush Mela or Utsav (Dec.) : It commemorates the day when Rabindranath started the open-air
classes at Shantiniketan as well as Maharishi Debendranath's initiation into
the Brahmo Samaj. Rabindranatya and Rabindrasangeet programmes are the main attractions
of the fair. The folk arts and crafts are also displayed here.
Vasantotsav (Mar./Apr.) : It marks the advent of vasanta (spring). Colourful cultural programmes
are held during this time.
Sriniketan (3 kms.) : It is a centre for traditional crafts like, dhokra metalcrafts,
bell-metal ware, terracotta clay crafts, weaving, kantha embroidery, batik and leather
goods.
REACHING THERE :
Airport: Kotkata (212 kms.).
Railhead :Rolpur (3 kms.),
Road: Connected by road.
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