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New Delhi, Feb 19 (PTI) Delhiites will have a chance to

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Press Trust of India
Last Updated : Feb 19 2013 | 10:20 PM IST
take a look at the exquisite handicrafts, handlooms and rich cultural heritage of the temple town of Bishnupur in West Bengal at an exhibition organised by the state government. The third Bishnupur Festival was today thrown open to the public at Dilli Haat and will remain open till Sunday. Bishnupur town in Bankura district of West Bengal is famous for its terracotta temples bearing the hallmark of unique Bengal-style brick artistry, monuments, handicrafts, colourful playing cards and intricately designed metal casting. Special attraction of the exhibition will be the terracotta "Bankura Horse", which is the registered logo of the Central Cottage Industries Emporium. The heritage town of Bishnupur is also synonymous with the classical music of Bishnupur gharana - regarded as one of the most distinctive styles in India.

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First Published: Feb 19 2013 | 10:20 PM IST

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