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Excursion to Maihar

A creative escape for artists from all walks of life

For the artsy, an excursion to Maihar – Central India’s secret retreat for the artist community, could be interesting. A heritage residency and India’s first open-air studio for art installations in stone, metal, wood, clay and fiberglass – the Art Ichol in Maihar serves as a creative escape for a budding population of artists who are veering away from mainstream careers. As with all art, the numerous scattered works left behind by students as reminders of their sojourn here, represent an eclectic mix of art styles – traditional with modern influences, age-old techniques with contemporary refinements.

Image credits: www.artichol.com

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Excursion to Kalinjar Fort

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Khajuraho Temple Trail

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