Goa: Theme state at 28th Surajkund mela

PANAJI: The Government of Haryana has invited State of Goa to participate in the forthcoming edition of the Surajkund Mela as the ‘theme state.’
The 28th edition of Surajkund Mela will be held between February 1 and 15, 2014 in Surajkund district, Faridabad, Haryana.
Goa Tourism is planning to make the most of this event and use it as a platform to showcase and promote Goa’s culture, folk dances, handicrafts and more.
Throughout the two-week festival, there will be colourful performances by dance troupes, live bands and traditional dances among others.
There will also be a theme pavilion where visitors get a peek into the variety of Goa’s cultural aspects. A major attraction is expected to be apna ghar, a specially constructed Goan house in which a Goan couple will reside for 15 days to showcase the lifestyle of Goa.
Guests will get a feel of a Goan village lifestyle and some glimpses of old customs still prevalent in many villages today.
There will also be a food court serving delicious Goan cuisine, beverages and snacks.
About 60 artisans from Goa, selected by Goa handicrafts corporation will be sent to Surajkund.
Over 100 performing artists are also being sent from Goa who will perform traditional Goan dances during the entire 15 day period.