The Naya Village in Pingla, West Midnapur district of West Bengal is the hub of Patachitra is home Patachitra artists, or Patuas, who craft vibrant scroll paintings using natural colors from leaves, flowers, and clay. These scrolls, often accompanied by sung narratives called Pater Gaan, depict stories from mythology, folklore, and contemporary life. The Patuas also create Patachitra-inspired products like apparel, home décor, and stationery. Recognized with a Geographical Indication (GI) tag, Patachitra thrives at Pingla’s Folk Art Centre, developed by the West Bengal government and UNESCO. Visitors can explore the art, attend workshops, and experience the annual Pot Maya festival in November, where the village comes alive with murals and celebrations.
POT Maya at Pingla Paschim Medinipur – Cultural tourism of rural Bengal
Pingla, often referred to as the Pattachitra Village of India, is renowned for its vibrant arts and crafts. This ancient form of artwork holds immense historical significance in the legacy of Indian handicrafts. Unlike many other art hubs, the entire village of Pingla is devoted to preserving and continuing this rich tradition. Internationally, Pingla is celebrated for its Pattachitra art and the skilled craftsmanship of its Patuas, earning global recognition for their unique creations.
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Pingla one day Tour Itinerary from kolkata–
This is a day tour where you will be at the village to roam around the settlements of the Patuas. Check out their arts, their ways and means. You might be welcomed into a house where they will sing a song for you. You might experience some live paintings. The making of colours and the local brushes from the hair of goats (subject to the workshop being organised), listening to the songs of Patuas or the bauls and experiencing the village culture are all in the day’s activity. The place is also excellent for photographers to shoot on various subjects.
TRANSPORTATION:
AC Car for transfers from Kolkata and back, Walk around the village. Vehicle route are drom central point. Please do not request for deviations when returning as any deviations will cost us additional charges.
FOOD :
Breakfast and Tea will be provided while driving down from Kolkata, Packaged drinking water – 1 litre
EXCLUSIONS:
Any usage of any other mode of transport other than what is provided, Any additional usage of mineral water or beverages or cold drinks, Any tips to anybody, Any other charges outside the package,Lunch.
Patachitra Village – A day out at Pingla

Pingla Homestay at Nayapota – Patachitra Gram


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