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The state of West Bengal is well-known for some of the interesting fairs and festivals. Poush Utsav is one of the major festivals celebrated in the district of Birbhum. It is held in the Bengali month of Poush, which means in the month of December. It is conducted with great ceremonial elegance and grandeur with its diversity spread throughout the world. The entire place appears totally different during this period. It is visited by large number of people from all over the world to witness this wonderful festival.
Poush Utsav is one of the main tourist attractions present in Shantiniketan. Starting on the 7th day of Poush, this annual fair conducted with great enthusiasm. It is officially conducted for three days. However, the vendors may stay for almost a month. It is characterized by the live performances of Bengali folk music, especially the Baul music. It includes folk songs, dances and tribal sports. Numerous people from every corner of the world visit this place to enjoy this festival. It becomes a meeting place of all traditions and cultures.
This fair offers a perfect insight of true heritage of the state. The students of Shantiniketan participate in this fair. They present their magnificent performances and make this festival more enjoyable and glamorous. Each day of this festival is filled with different activities. You can get the local printed fabrics and handicrafts at the stalls erected during the fair. The last day of this fair is devoted to those who were related to Shantiniketan.
Poush Utsav offers a golden opportunity to the tourists to explore Shantiniketan and glorious heritage of West Bengal.
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