Kirti Mandir Rangoli EXHIBITION (Display ) on Diwali Day

Situated near the picturesque Vishwamitra Bridge of the city the ‘Kirti Mandir’ was commissioned by Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III in the memory of his beloved ancestors. Also known as the Temple of Fame, it was built in 1936 as part of the Maharaja’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations. Vadodara city known as cultural capital of Gujarat is popular for its different cultural activities. Rangoli artists of Vadodara erstwhile Baroda started working collectively in 1985 as a group named SWASTIK RANGOLI KALAKAR GROUP. Since then the group has organized many Rangoli exhibitions in different cities. The main attraction is the display of the rangolis at Kirti Mandir Vadodara which is organized every year on the day of diwali since 1993. Thousands of visitors flock to see the display of Contemporary Rangolis made on different subjects such as portraits, figures, landscapes, seascapes, still-life and wildlife etc. On water Rangoli, underwater Rangoli, and moving Rangoli are the unique features of their artistry. Many people are fascinated by their Rangoli art. It is appreciated by the media everywhere in the country and even overseas.