Surajkund
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An ancient amphitheatre-shaped reservoir near Faridabad, home every February to the Surajkund International Crafts Mela.
MonumentFaridabad districtBest time to visit: February, for the crafts mela
Highlights
- The semicircular stepped stone reservoir
- The Surajkund International Crafts Mela, with artisans from every State and many countries
- Folk music and dance performances during the mela
Significance
According to tradition the reservoir was built by a Tomar ruler, Surajpal, for Sun worship. The crafts mela gives thousands of artisans a direct market for their work.