The
DILLI HAAT provides the ambience of a traditional
Rural Haat or village market, but one suited
for more contemporary needs. Here one sees
a synthesis of crafts, food ad cultural activity.
This
Food and Craft Bazar is a treasure house of
Indian culture, handicrafts and ethnic cuisine,
A unique bazaar, in the heart of the city,
it displays the richness of Indian culture
on a permanent basis.
Steps
inside the complex for an altogether delightful
experience by either buying inimitable ethnic
wares, savouring the delicacies of different
states or by simply relaxing in the evening
with the entire family.
DILLI HAAT transports you to the magical world
of Indian art and heritage presented through
a fascinating panorama of craft, cuisine and
cultural activities.
While
the village haat is mobile, flexible arrangement,
here it is crafts persons who are mobile. The
DILLI HAAT boasts of nearly 200 craft stalls
selling native, utilitarian and ethnic products
from all over the country.
An
ambitious project, set up jointly by Delhi
tourism and NDMC, D.C. (Handicrafts) &
D.C. (handlooms), Ministry of Textiles, Govt.
of India & Ministry of Tourism, Govt.
of India. It aims at providing encouragement
to the needy artists from all over the country
in order to sustain and preserve the rich
heritage of India.
While
allowing free interaction between buyers and
sellers, the organizers favour a check on
prices to keep them moderate.
Different
and appealing, DILLI HAAT is located in one
of the most important commercial centers of
South Delhi, opposite INA market. The 6 acres
of land on which this sprawling complex is
situated was salvaged as part of a reclamation
project and transformed into a magnificent
dream plaza. Extensive foundation work, small
thatched roof cottages and kiosks with a village
atmosphere have made the place into an attractive
multiple centers.
The
word Haat refers to a weekly market in rural,
semi-urban and sometimes even urban India.
DILLI
HAAT is not just a market place; it has been
visualized as a showpiece of traditional Indian
culture- a forum where rural life and folk
art are brought closer to an urban clientele.
It is here that the crafts persons find an opportunity to demonstrate their
artistic skills to thousands of visitors everyday.
Since its inauguration in the month of March 1994, Dilli Haat has been home to nearly 50,000 handicraft and handloom
artisans. The sales generated, so far, are estimated at Rupees three hundred
crores.
The complex is not only artistic, but also recreational in nature where the
entire family can have a good time.
It is a place where one can unwind in the evening and relish a wide variety of
cuisine without paying the exhorbitant rates.
Besides an International Food Plaza there are 25 stalls dishing out sumptuous delicacies from different States and Union
Territories; and Exhibition Hall; a Souvenir shop selling an assortment of
small gift items; an assortment of small gift items; an open stage for cultural
programmes and a playing area exclusively earmarked for children.
Architecture
The architectural features of the
complex have been especially designed in the
traditional north Indian style, with brickwork
jail (lattice) and stone roofs.
A hall in the complex caters specifically
to exhibitions of the handlooms and handicrafts.
A souvenir shop, also displays attractive
ethnic products.
The small thatched roof cottages and kiosks, without any concrete structures
provide a village atmosphere.
The shops are set up on platforms, which act as a link in the Bazar design. The courtyards between the shops are paved in
stone and interspaced with grass to retain a visual softness.
The landscaping of the area incorporates colourful flowering shrubs and trees,
thus the entire complex is in harmony with the environment
Tickets
Cost of ticket is Rs.15/- for adult and Rs.5/- for child.
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Downloads
- Dilli Haat Operation and Management Rules- 2006.
- Download
- Application
for Allotment of dropout stalls at Dilli Haat, INA.
- Download
for more information, please contact
Delhi Haat,INA, Aurbindo Marg,
New Delhi
Ph: 011-26119055, 24678817
Delhi Haat, Pitam Pura (Near TV Tower),
New Delhi,
Ph: 011-64690443