west bengal

The state of West Bengal is considered as the cultural capital of India. With its vibrant culture and various art forms, the state is filled with surprises. There is much more to West Bengal apart from big red bindis, white and red traditional sarees, and dhoti kurtas. The land speaks a lot about itself. Now we are going to look at some of the interesting aspects of the land. If we discuss Bengali literature it has got a rich legacy with prominent authors like Rabindranath Tagore, Kazi Nazrul Islam, Sharat Chandra Chattopadhyay, Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay, and many others just to add up the list. When it comes to fine arts and crafts Bengal is the precursor of modern contemporary art forms from artists like Jamini Roy, Rabindranath Tagore, Abanindranath Tagore, and others. They came to the forefront with modernized art in the country. With its rich tribal culture and presence of around eight major tribes like Santal, Oraon, Munda, etc. The State also excites its visitors with its rich crafts. If you visit West Bengal do not forget to have craft items of the land like Terracotta, Dokra, Chhau masks, Madur, etc.