The Largest Crafts Fair In The World: Surajkund Mela 2018

-Sp Chopra

New Delhi:  A stupefying bonanza of vivid art & craft, music and dance, colorful ambiance, ethnic cuisines, and an immersive cultural ethos – Yes, we are talking about the Surajkund Mela 2018 that is waiting to blow your mind yet again! Occupying a place of pride on the international tourist calendar since 1987, the fair observes more than a million visitorsevery year, thousands of which are foreign tourists.

Getting more and more attractive, fun, and consumer-friendly each year, the Surajkund Mela is not just the best platform for the skilled craftsmen and artisans of India and other SAARC nations to show their talent, but also a wonderful opportunity for the public to learn about their vibrant culture and get to respect the age-old craft that is better than any machine produce.From the mela dates, timings, budget, history, to the best places to stay and dine around the premises, this Surajkund Mela Guide has all the information you need to make the most of your time at the fest. This February, join the celebration of India’s diverse heritage and be part of the biggest cultural fiesta the world has ever seen!

Location: Surajkund, Faridabad

Area: 40 acres with about 1010 work huts
Organised By: Surajkund Mela Authority in collaboration with the Union Ministries of Tourism, Textiles, Culture, External Affairs, Department of Tourism, Government of Haryana and Haryana Tourism Corporation
2nd to 18th February, 2018 are the proposed dates for the 32nd Surajkund Mela 2018. Each day of this half-month long fiesta will be marked by different activities and programmes.

Timings:10:30 AM to 8:30 PM are the standard timings of the Surajkund Mela every year.