Art in its purest form

The master had set the stage, for the craft to evolve in its purest form. Today, the stage serves as a global platform for art connoisseurs to strengthen their roots in poetry, literature, history and archeology. Perhaps, my trip to Shantiniketan was an artistic revelation. Finally, my long lost desire had come alive at the onset of ‘PoushMela' (one of the most celebrated fair in West Bengal marking the beginning of harvest season). A trip which was too good to forget and a destination which should be on the itinerary for anybody who applauds art.

The sprawling expanse of the VishwaBharati Campus is filled with clay ladden artifacts, tiny little structures, abstract paintings on buildings, human structures made from marble and decorative art on the trees. The perfect muse for an art afficinado. Even the flora here is fascinating enough to draw your attention. Everything here spells creativity.

Evolution of art in the most intimate manner will take you in its lap where you are bound to get immersed in the world of kavi guru Rabindranath Tagore. The occasional chirping of birds interrupts the astute silence which prevails everywhere at the VishwaBharati Campus.

The Chatim Tree has not lost its charismatic stature. It still stands as a reminiscence to the golden era of Rabindranath bringing the anecdotes of his teachings to life. Legend has it that Gurudev used to teach student sitting under its shade. He used to gift the leaves of the trees to his favourite student as a token of appreciation.

Chatim Tree

As an artist there is no boundation to give your creative genius an uplift. Just take a look at this splendid hut painted beautifully with artworks and paintings.

 Walking across the campus, you will frequently come across artists sketching live surroundings or a human caricature. I came across one.