The most exotic and ethnic villages to visit in India with their incredible art that is carried on carefully for generations.
India pays homage to the traditional artistry techniques that have been prevalent through ancient times and are still undisturbed even today. Through the diverse states in India are gorgeous art forms that depict the history and culture of the place. Some of the crafts are so indigenous that they use traditional handmade dyes and are still not dependent on industrial materials to make their arts from. Here are the most beautiful villages in India you must visit to see the unique craftsmanship through your own eyes.
Andretta-
13 kilometres from Palampur, Delhi, is this gorgeous village Andretta. Founded by an Irish woman Norah Richards in 1935 that created a heaven for the local potters. The master potter Gurucharan Singh was moved to Andretta from Delhi, and today, his son Mansimran ‘Mini’ Singh and his wife Mary run 3-week-long private programs for enthusiastic students.
Cholamandal-
Perfect to be visited from December to February, Cholamandal is an ideal place to travel in your winter vacation. Touted as the largest self-supporting village for artisans, the 20 resident artists live as a community, and the whole town is built and decorated by the artists making the homes there a unique piece of art.
Bishnupur-
If you happen to be around Kolkata and are a fan of terra-cotta art, you are probably familiar to Bankura, the village of handcrafts. The lack of stone in the town gave rise to terra-cotta art, and the intricate Baluchari handwoven sarees make the perfect mix for art lovers to visit them.
Saputara-
Apart from the beauty of the hills in Gujrat, Saputara is committed to art and tribal beauty. The residents are taught to draw, and tourists are encouraged to create their artworks and get their own piece home as a souvenir.
Raghurajpur-
The art of handwritten scrolls called Patachitra is still kept alive in the village. The other crafts include stone crafts, filigree and metalwork. The cultural dance and poetry make your visit to Raghurajpur even more memorable.
Shilpgram-
In the city of Udaipur, with its great culture and heritage is home to the best handicraft villages in India. The tribal art with the vibrant colours exhibited in the huts makes it a place you should definitely plan your next trip to.
