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Surajkund Mela 2018: Features, venue, timing, ticket price of 32nd edition of crafts fair

Surajkund crafts mela is being held in Surajkund in Faridabad district from February 2 to 18 this year.

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Surajkund crafts mela is back with another edition. The annual affair is being held in Surajkund in Faridabad district from February 2 to 18 this year. The mela showcases regional and international crafts, handlooms and traditions along with cuisines from various regions. The Surajkund mela attracts more than a million visitors from India and beyond. 

The 32nd edition of Surajkund International Crafts Mela will be a child-friendly event and will highlight zero tolerance towards child rights violation, Haryana government has said. 

Here are some facts about Surajkund Mela 2018: 

1- The Surajkund Mela showcases the richness and diversity of the handicrafts, handlooms and cultural fabric of India.

2- For this year's Surajkund Mela, Uttar Pradesh has been chosen to be the Theme State.

3- At least 20 countries and Indian states will be participating in the Mela.

4- Kyrgyzstan is the partner nation for 32nd Surajkund International Crafts Mela 2018.

5- Surajkund Mela is organised by Surajkund Mela Authority and Haryana Tourism in collaboration with union ministries of tourism, textiles, culture and external affairs.

Here is what you need to know if you are planning to visit the mela this year: 

Venue: The mela is organised at Surajkund in Faridabad district of Haryana. 

How to reach: Buses are available from ISBT, Shivaji Stadium in Delhi and Gurgaon, Faridabad and Surajkund to the mela venue. Cabs, autorickshaws can also be taken to the venue. 

Route map of Surajkund Mela venue

Timing: The Surajkund Mela is open to visitors from 10:30 am to 8:30 pm from February 2 to 18.

Ticket price: The ticket price on weekdays is Rs 120 per person and Rs 180 per person for weekends. 

Where to book Surajkund Mela tickets: Tickets are available at Bookmyshow.com.

Major attractions: Besides handicrafts and handlooms from various states and countries, cultural performances and mouth-watering multi-cuisine food will be main attractions of the mela. Renowned singers, musicians and poets will perform daily at Chaupal from 6.00 pm onwards.

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