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Raghurajpur is a heritage crafts village in Puri district, Odisha, India, known for its master Pattachitra painters, an art form which dates back to 5 BC in the region, and Gotipua dance troupes, the precursor to the Indian classical dance form of Odissi.
Raghurajpur, the heritage crafts village, has been recognized as the Best Tourism Village 2023 in Silver Category. Raghurajpur is acclaimed for its well know Pattachitra painting, stone carvings and palm leaf inscriptions, traditional dances and rustic rural landscape.
Heritage crafts village of Raghurajpur is Odisha’s best known for its Pattachitra art. Located 12 KM from Puri. Find OTDC government Hotels & Travel agent.
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Mar 6, 2024 · Recognised by the Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH) in 2000, Raghurajpur is a must-visit for curators, artistic travellers and art connoisseurs alike.
Raghurajpur Artist Village is a heritage village about 20 minutes drive from Pipli. The village is renowned for its unique Pattachitra art, a traditional style of painting that involves intricate detailing, vibrant colors, and mythological narratives.
The heritage crafts village of Raghurajpur is Odisha’s best known for its Pattachitra art. The art form is used to decorate none other the Lord of the Universe- Lord Jagannath and his siblings. The attachment with the holy trinity elevated the art form helped it gain prominence.