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The Nrityagram Village, Bangalore is one of the must goes for all he artistic minded visitors. Located about 30 kms from Bangalore in the rustic village of Hesaragatta is the Nrityagram village. The Nrityagram was the brainchild of one-time fashion-model-turned-Odissi danseuse Protima Gauri. This village is devoted to fostering the classical dance styles and martial arts of India.
The Nrityagram Village, Bangalore is one of the most high profile art
schools in the country. The classical dances in India reflect upon our ancient
civilization, and a unique continuity of our cultural heritage. The Nrityagram
Village tries to uphold the rich heritage of our country. This village was established
in 1990 in a 10-acre agricultural land leased by the Government of Karnataka.
For 30 years this art school has been striving hard to nourish different dance
styles and martial arts through the ancient system of 'Guru Shisya Parampara.'
The village has been projected by architect Gerard daCunha. The Nrityagram Village
architecture is equally applaudable as its artistic ambitions.
Nrityagram has created a perfect village ambience with mud buildings, greenery,
shady trees etc. While on your trip you can enjoy reading a book under a tree
or taking a long walk and inhale the fresh air. You can come here during the
first week of February. Nrityagram Village conducts the Vasantha Habba or the
festival of spring during this time every year. This annual celebration of dance
and music invites maestros from all over the world to come and perform. This
dusk-to-dawn show at the open-air amphitheatre in Nrityagram is considered the
Woodstock of classical dance and music in India. A visit to this village will
enlighten you on the unique cultural India has. The program includes an explanation
about the backdrop of the history of a 60 minute training session of Guru-Shishya
(teacher and pupil) relation, followed by a pure vegetarian lunch with teachers
and students, served in the traditional manner.
The Nrityagram Village, Bangalore is a must go for all visitors of Bangalore.
This art village gives you a very different kind of experience which you will
cherish throughout your life.
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