Ahmedabad is a rich multicultural mosaic, showcasing its diversitythrough the creative explorations of its society. Over centuries,the timeless quality eminence of craft forms in Ahmedabad hascreated the architectural as well as the living heritage of the city.Crafts in Ahmedabad have added beauty, colour and aestheticalvariations to the way of living in the region. They represent theceaseless flow of creativity of the people and the ample diversityof natural resources.Crafts in Ahmedabad are like images in a kaleidoscope reflectingregional, socio-cultural, historical, traditional, anthropological,behavioural, philosophical, religious, aesthetical, technologicalaspects of communities residing in the region.Crafts have been a significant aspect in creating the gloriousheritage of Ahmedabad and its ubiquitous presence is witnessedin the built forms, material culture, way of living and history ofthe city. Art and craft forms of the city represent products ofdaily need, manifestation of cultural and ritualistic evolvement,innovation of new forms, influence of other cultures, technicalevolution and a magnificent display of the creator’s self-expression.With the growth of urban settlements, the inherited intellectualwealth of culture and traditions is constantly undergoing changeand adapting to its new settings, dovetailing tradition andmodernity for continued sustainability of the art and craft forms.The Craft Heritage Walk of Ahmedabad is a tribute to thecreative dexterity of artisans and generous contribution of patronswho contributed in creating the glorious living heritage of thecity through its diverse art and craft forms.

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Concept: Bishakha Shome, Coordinator: Vijay RamchandaniContact: +91 9537678259

Supported by all the artisans &

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