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The Abode of Peace, the Ashram way of living, the University of the
World, the seed farm of World leaders and ideas that shift paradigms, the
confluence of the East and the West, the gastronomes ecstacy, the nature
lovers' delight and the place to heal a troubled soul at leisure.Yet all of the
above, put together do not do justice to Shantiniketan. Definitely not
recommended for Mall Hunters and Disco Junkies, this is a tour for
soothing, humbling and reinforcing resolves for souls that thrive in
earthiness and an academic atmosphere.
Meet tribals and dance with them. Be enthralled by Bauls, the sect of
roving minstrels who compose and render philosophies through songs that
are as true as their breath and the lives they live. Visit a self help group
and check out handicrafts and handlooms being produced (you can buy
these, optionally, at prices usually much lower than city stores). Savour
Bengali cuisine, much of it grown organically or sourced form local villages
and lauded by epicureans from allover the world. Gaze at the stars in the
night and relive old memories. Learn about the huge efforts that went in
to the making of Shantiniketan and Shriniketan, the challenges that were
overcome, the achievements of geniuses from diverse fields and
geographies. Take a walk around the campus and see the pathbreaking
ideas in action.
If you are pressed for time, we can drive you to a day tour where we start
very early and return late. You get an idea of the place. Else, we would
recommend staying back for a night. There are decent lodging options
asvailable including Hotels, B&Bs, Government Tourst Lodges, etc.
You have surely been to exotic locations and happening places. This
apparently may seem a humble option for thrill seekers. Take this tour
with us, only if you feel that your soul deserves it.
