Shilpgram Museum, Udaipur

Shilpgram, literally Craftsmen's Village, is situated 3 kms from Udaipur, near Hawala village. The village itself is a living ethnographic museum setup to showcase the diverse craft, art & culture from various Indian states. There are twenty-six huts set in 70 acres of natural surroundings at the foot of the Aravali Hills and each has a different state as its theme. The lifestyles of the folk and tribal people of the West Zone can also be studied at this village at close quarters. The artists and craftsmen also come here to learn through camps and seminars as well as to display their skills and interact with people.

The Shilpgram Mela or Fair is organised during annually for ten days during November - December. An amphitheatre with a seating capacity of 8,000 brings alive the performing arts of the region. Theatre festivals and traditional performing arts all find an enthusiastic audience here.

This place is an excellent opportunity to purchase the handicrafts directly from artisans.

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