Sirpur Festival
Sirpur, a culturally rich town in the state of Chhattisgarh in India, is acknowledged as a Buddhist pilgrimage site.
In the words of His Holiness, the Dalai Lama, and we quote, "The history of Sirpur is glorious. I am now carrying the memories of Lord Buddha from here ..."
Sirpur attracts visitors from all over the world. It's a place you simply don't want to miss.
Perched on the banks of Mahanadi, Sirpur is a small town located 85 km away from the state capital, Raipur.
Sirpur is an extraordinarily beautiful travel experience which takes you back in time with its astonishing monuments in the form of temples and Buddhist monasteries (Viharas),
all set into a picturesque canvas of exquisite nature and meditative peace.
In the midst of this exoticism and mysticism unfolds the much acclaimed Sirpur National Dance and Music Festival - held year after year in the month of January,
under the auspices of the Chhattisgarh Tourism Board.
This festival is the most coveted and successful event of its kind in India, entirely organised by Chhattisgarh Tourism;
it is also an international attraction.
You will experience the grandeur of this place a thousand-fold when you witness, first-hand,
the union of art and culture in music and dance forms, set into the backdrop of the famous 7th century Laxman Temple,
renowned as a national heritage site. Sirpur National Dance and Music Festival is an indispensable part of Chhattisgarh and is celebrated with much spectacle and glory,
truly awakening the cultural richness of this place.
As if this wasn't enough, get ready to be enthralled by a world of pure art, magnificence and devotion at the famous Laxman Temple. The Sirpur Dance & Music Festival is set into the backdrop of one of India's most stunning brick temples - Laxman Temple. One can only imagine the awe-inspiring exuberance of revealing rich lndian history,
amidst the surreal ambience of another era - the historic 7th century Laxman Temple - set alight by the regal torch bearers of cultural music and dance from around the world.
