Shilparamam, an artisans paradise

Anantapur: Shilparamam, a place where artisans showcase their individual skills in a variety of arts, crafts and culture. From Indian pottery to a plethora of weaves, woodwork, jewelry, clothes and local crafts.

Shilparamam hosts the endless, year-round festival of arts and crafts showcasing ethnic beauty, rural life and history of the diverse cultures of India.

The rural museum, is the archetype of a typical Indian village. life-sized huts, authentically constructed out of baked clay and thatch, depict rural and tribal lifestyles and the life of various artisans form part of Shilparamam.

The museum houses sculptures and life size models depicting the day-to-day activities of the rural artisans is very well captured in museum.

Premalatha, a visitor to the central park which houses the Shilparamam says that she comes to the place to enjoy the tranquility.

Sateesh , a trader who came along with his family to visit the artisans village says he always visits the village whenever cultural programmes are organised here. Shilparamam, the village of cultural artists hosts many programmes including dance performances.

The Shilparamam nestled in the central park located outside the city suburb, attracts local families with its events.