Surajkund International Crafts Mela

Surajkund International Crafts Mela is a mosaic of India’s diversity. It is a joyous celebration of colours, crafts, music & rhythm, art and culture held every year at Surajkund in Faridabad, Haryana. The curtains rise in this magnificent setting and a world of exclusive craft is unveiled before the world. Bringing together the craftsperson not only from India but abroad as well, this Mela sets the stage for an experience unlike any. The annual event is a cultural melting pot of sorts, as it draws people from all across the globe. From its inception in the year 1987, the purpose of the Mela is to invite master craftspersons of varied disciplines from all over the country onto a single platform to showcase their talent with their magnificent handicrafts items in the majestic rural backdrop. Surajkund International Crafts Mela offers its visitors a lifetime experience as it unfolds a wonderful range of handlooms, paintings, wood stock, ivory work, pottery, terracotta, stonework and cane & grass products. It is a meeting ground for thousands of craftspersons from all over India & abroad. Not only handicrafts but performing arts too take centre stage here at the Mela. The cultural troupes present distinct dance and folk traditions depicting the culture of the states or the regions to which they belong. At the open air theatre or the ‘Natyashala’, folk dances and musical evenings are held throughout the fortnight. Performers from both India as well as participating foreign nations enthral the audience with ethnic and traditional flavours. For the food aficionados there is always a something exotic to savour.The multi-cuisine Food Court provides ethnic cuisines from all over India and the world, which is immensely popular with visitors. The entire outlook of the Mela is designed to bring to life a rural ambience. It is envisioned and created like a village encapsulating the myriad colours of arts, crafts and traditions of India. The pathways are planned to reflect the traditional Galis (streets) of the Indian villages. The mela has a spirit that brings people from diverse cultures at one place and encourages a free flow of thoughts and ideas.