29 सितंबर 2023 12:36
Puts Shyambazar & Gariahat to shame and more so if you take into account that there’s no electricity and the market is driven by the length of the day.
29 सितंबर 2023 8:07
It is beautiful place and crowded every Saturday and Sunday. There are huge sell and buying.
24 जुलाई 2023 6:45
Sonibarer Haat", also known as "Sonajhurir" Haat. Sonibarer haat is one of the main attraction in bolpur, Santiniketan.people from surrounding villages exhibit their products like handcrafted, Dokra, Kantha, handmade jewellries and various kind of wooden products. Here you can get the touchy feeling of Boul gaan & santhali dance.
31 मई 2023 19:17
Happening place in Sonajhuri, Sriniketan, Bolpur. All the craftsmen from nearby areas come here to sell their stuff. Do consider bargaining before buying.
09 मई 2023 6:30
This is a place where so called upscale people can taste the culture and traditions of rural Bengal amidst the greenery. The place sits within a forest area and local artisans and performers assemble to show their best performances along, including boul songs and bohuruppes. There are good restaurants around and also small stalls selling traditional snacks and deserts. Though named Shonibarer Haaretz now a days almost all days (except Wednesday) there is some activity there. One can reach by morning train, enjoy it and come back by evening train to Kolkata /Burdwan
28 अप्रैल 2023 10:35
When we are bored with the humdrum of daily routine we must think of an escape. Shantiniketan, is not an misnomer claiming to be the abode of peace. The place not only reflects the nobility of Tagores but nurtures Gurudev's thoughts even after long years. This time it was our destination.
165km distance from Kolkata can easily be travelled by train or road. We planned a day trip to rejuvenate ourselves as much as possible. We took Kulik express from Howrah and reached Bolpur station within around 3 hours. This place of red soil is also known for baul fakirs. You'll see them on your itinerary. Tagore himself was inspired by them and undoubtedly the charm of this place made his creations timeless. Maharshi Devendranath found this place and later built a guest house, "Shantiniketan". Gradually the complete area came to be known as Shantiniketan. Totos are available from the station area but the fare is subjected to burgening. It was the time to meet serenity at it's place.
On reaching, first site we've visited was Ravindra bhavan Museum. This place houses some of the writings, documents, photographs and many other belongings of Tagore that attracts inquisitive mind to cultivate his excellence. The museum was inaugurated in 1962 though the building dates back to the time of Sri Devendranath Tagore. This place witnessed controversial Nobel theft. While exploring Shantiniketan, the site can be a good start for you.
A big part of Shantiniketan remained unknown to us as the main campus was closed. Gurudev initiated the concept of open air learning inspired by the ancient gurukul system. The old banyan tree whispers the golden memories in your ears. The seeds of perseverance was sown under the shade of this tree, later it came to be known as Visva Bharati University. Kala bhavan is the fine arts section of Visva Bharati, is also a must visit. The place is decorated by the works by artists like Nandalal Bose and Ramkinkar Baij.
We visited Ballavpur Wildlife Sanctuary, popularly known as deer park and it was quite good. Srijoni shilpgram is another place we visited, famous for the handicrafts of eastern and North eastern states. By this time we had to listen to our tummy. We had our lunch at bonobeethi heshel. The food was average as per my taste buds.
Completing lunch we got ready to visit the famous weekend market, Sonajhuri hat at a distance of few kilometres. Local villagers showcase their artefacts amidst the Sonajhuri trees. Tribal people were performing their dance and I did a little waist swing with them. The soothing ambience with the sweet melodi of flute maddened our mind. I bought a beautiful ektara to keep these moments alive. This market is also known as khowai haat for the geological formation of this place.
The sun was showing red signal and it was time to conclude our journey. As per our calculations still we had some time to greet this place with a rhythmic farewell. We were reciting the poem "amader choto nodi chole ake bake" on the shore of kopai river as if time we were traveling through the time.
165km distance from Kolkata can easily be travelled by train or road. We planned a day trip to rejuvenate ourselves as much as possible. We took Kulik express from Howrah and reached Bolpur station within around 3 hours. This place of red soil is also known for baul fakirs. You'll see them on your itinerary. Tagore himself was inspired by them and undoubtedly the charm of this place made his creations timeless. Maharshi Devendranath found this place and later built a guest house, "Shantiniketan". Gradually the complete area came to be known as Shantiniketan. Totos are available from the station area but the fare is subjected to burgening. It was the time to meet serenity at it's place.
On reaching, first site we've visited was Ravindra bhavan Museum. This place houses some of the writings, documents, photographs and many other belongings of Tagore that attracts inquisitive mind to cultivate his excellence. The museum was inaugurated in 1962 though the building dates back to the time of Sri Devendranath Tagore. This place witnessed controversial Nobel theft. While exploring Shantiniketan, the site can be a good start for you.
A big part of Shantiniketan remained unknown to us as the main campus was closed. Gurudev initiated the concept of open air learning inspired by the ancient gurukul system. The old banyan tree whispers the golden memories in your ears. The seeds of perseverance was sown under the shade of this tree, later it came to be known as Visva Bharati University. Kala bhavan is the fine arts section of Visva Bharati, is also a must visit. The place is decorated by the works by artists like Nandalal Bose and Ramkinkar Baij.
We visited Ballavpur Wildlife Sanctuary, popularly known as deer park and it was quite good. Srijoni shilpgram is another place we visited, famous for the handicrafts of eastern and North eastern states. By this time we had to listen to our tummy. We had our lunch at bonobeethi heshel. The food was average as per my taste buds.
Completing lunch we got ready to visit the famous weekend market, Sonajhuri hat at a distance of few kilometres. Local villagers showcase their artefacts amidst the Sonajhuri trees. Tribal people were performing their dance and I did a little waist swing with them. The soothing ambience with the sweet melodi of flute maddened our mind. I bought a beautiful ektara to keep these moments alive. This market is also known as khowai haat for the geological formation of this place.
The sun was showing red signal and it was time to conclude our journey. As per our calculations still we had some time to greet this place with a rhythmic farewell. We were reciting the poem "amader choto nodi chole ake bake" on the shore of kopai river as if time we were traveling through the time.
20 अप्रैल 2023 4:17
Sonibaar haat good place for short weekend leave near shantiniketan, music and handloom and handicrafts market, weekly
24 मार्च 2023 10:06
This is iconic and famous haat or market in Bolpur. This haat is called 'sonibarer Haat'. It happens every day in the week but Saturday market something remarkable. Handicraft shopping, folk dance, baul songs and local food are combination of rich essence of rural bengal. You have to visit there afternoon to before evening. This haat is famous for local handicraft items like saree, Panjabi, kurti, bed cover, hand made junk jewellery, leather items, show pieces, wooden items, etc. All items are kind of premium segment, but you can bargain as mush as possible. Car parking is available but during heavy rush it is challenging.
Don't forget to visit the scenic beauties in and around the place.
Don't forget to visit the scenic beauties in and around the place.
18 फरवरी 2023 16:07
A good place near Shantiniketan to visit for buying any local products sold by locals there, very huge market and variety of sarees, Punjabi (juba), bags, stoles, artificial ornaments, some food items and variety of artefacts made with local products.
Maddening crowd that can be managed better no light after sunset which forced to close the Haat.some of the products are very cheap but also duplicate rayon, needs thorough consideration.
But to end fantastic place to shop at a rate 1/4 from cities with a lot of varieties
Maddening crowd that can be managed better no light after sunset which forced to close the Haat.some of the products are very cheap but also duplicate rayon, needs thorough consideration.
But to end fantastic place to shop at a rate 1/4 from cities with a lot of varieties
15 फरवरी 2023 22:14
Nice place and a lot to shop if you like the local products. Don't assume price will be less. Not too far from the station and don't forget to bargain with the Toto Drivers if you don't want to be fooled.
30 जनवरी 2023 7:53
AN OPEN PLACE FOR SELLING AND PURCHASE ARTICLES LIKE SARI, SHAWL, LADIES GARMENTS MANY GIFT ARTICLES LIKE KEY RING, BANGLES, MALA, TOYES AT REASONABLE PRICE
26 जनवरी 2023 8:48
A truly beautiful experience! It's iconic and rightly so. Tribal performances, incredible shopping options, local food, really really good!
20 जनवरी 2023 3:33
Really I like it. You can get excellent quality and cheaper and any shops. Do not forget to negotiate the price.
24 दिसंबर 2022 1:39
There is a market in open space beside canel. Cloths and handicrafts are very cheap. Some dancing troops are ready for the amusement of the tourist. You can participate in dancing with them. Some Bauls are here to sing the song. Very nice and friendly environment.
21 दिसंबर 2022 10:17
Though it used to occur in every Saturday & Sunday now it occurs everyday. 12 to evening is peak hours everyday. Sunday is overcrowded. Mainly ladies dress materials and artificial ornaments are available. Gents merely get materials for them.
08 दिसंबर 2022 23:45
It's a very attractive and old Haat (weekly market) for the tourists. The 'haat' named 'Sonajhuri haat' takes place on Saturday and Sunday in full form.
It is said that the great Rabindranath Tagore established the market for the scheduled Tribes (Adibashi) to sell their hand made items and articles.
It is said that the great Rabindranath Tagore established the market for the scheduled Tribes (Adibashi) to sell their hand made items and articles.
02 दिसंबर 2022 7:27
Beautiful place. A treasure trove of Indian ethnicwear and handicrafts. And at very very reasonable prices.
20 नवंबर 2022 4:50
Very attractive place where people can buy Bengal traditional products. Mainly textiles are famous here. However hand-made jewellery are very much available. The designs are unique. Many boutique owners from Kolkata get their stock from here. Also it is located at a place where RAbindranath Tagore established his own abode, which made the place more attractive. The haat is also available on Sunday. However on Saturday more artisans are present.
03 अक्टूबर 2022 7:25
Lots of handcrafted product available here. All are so so beautiful and cheap in price. Products represent the local culture and respect to Kobiguru Robindranath Tegor.
22 सितंबर 2022 23:12
This is iconic and famous haat or market in Bolpur. This haat is called 'sonibarer Haat'. It happens every day in the week but Saturday market something remarkable. Handicraft shopping, folk dance, baul songs and local food are combination of rich essence of rural bengal. You have to visit there afternoon to before evening. This haat is famous for local handicraft items like saree, Panjabi, kurti, bed cover, hand made junk jewellery, leather items, show pieces, wooden items, etc. All items are kind of premium segment, but you can bargain as mush as possible. Car parking is available but during heavy rush it is challenging.
26 अप्रैल 2021 14:30
সোনাঝুড়ির হাট, শান্তিনিকেতন
খোয়াইয়ের হাট / সোনাঝুড়ির হাট: শান্তিনিকেতন ভ্রমন অসম্পূর্ণ থেকে যাবে যদি সোনাঝুড়ির জঙ্গলে খোয়াই এর হাট দর্শন না হয়।
রবীন্দ্রনাথ ঠাকুরের বিশ্বভারতী বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের অদূরে খোয়াই ধারে এই হাটটি প্রতি শনিবার দুপুরের পর বসে, চলে সন্ধ্যা পর্যন্ত। শনিবার বসে বলে হাটটির চলতি নাম, 'শনিবারের অন্য হাট' এছাড়া অনেকে 'খোয়াই হাট' বা 'সোনাঝুড়ির হাট' বলে থাকে। ২০০৩ সাল থেকে এই হাট বসছে। এই হাটের মধ্যে রয়েছে সরল গ্রামীণ জীবনের এক টুকরো ছোঁয়া। আক্ষরিক অর্থেই এটি হাট। কোথাও কোনো স্থায়ী ঘর নেই। নেই অস্থায়ী ঘর কিংবা সামিয়ানাও। কেউ ত্রিপল, কেউ চট, কেউবা মাটিতে কাপড় বিছিয়ে পসরা সাজিয়ে বসেছেন। হাটটি পুরোপুরি মধ্যসত্বভোগী মুক্ত। বিক্রেতারা সবাই প্রান্তিক উৎেপাদক। পার্শ্ববর্তী কোপাই, বোলপুর, গোয়ালপাড়া, পাটুলডাঙা, প্রান্তিক ও ভুবনডাঙা গ্রামের নারী-পুরুষরা তাদের হাতে তৈরি বিভিন্ন দ্রবাদি নিয়ে হাজির হয়ে থাকেন হাটে ।
আকাশমনি ও ইউক্যালিপটাস গাছের নিচে প্রতি শনিবার করে ঘর সাজানোর জিনিস একতারা- দোতারা, রং বেরঙের চূড়ি, গলার মালা, কানের দুল আর বাহারি জামাকাপড়ের পসরা সাজিয়ে বিশাল এক হাট বসে। সওদার মধ্যে কাপড় ও সাজগোজের জিনিসের আধিক্য বেশি। তবে নান্দনিক শো-পিস, খেলনা, মনোহরি সামগ্রী রয়েছে। সূর্য যতো পশ্চিমে ঢলে পড়ে ততোই জমে ওঠে হাট।
সাথে আছে একতারা নিয়ে বাউলের মন ভোলানো গান। আর রয়েছে আদিবাসী সাঁওতাল কিছু সহজ সরল মানুষের নাচ, যাদের সত্যি চাওয়া পাওয়ার কিছু নেই। মনের সুখে একমনে নেচে যাচ্ছে। ওদের সাথে একটু কোমর দুলিয়ে নেচে নেওয়া যায়।
সোনাঝুরি ও শালবন ঘেরা প্রকৃতি সাথে ঢোল আর মাদলের শব্দ, সে এক অদ্ভুত মুগ্ধতা। হাটের মাঝেই এখানে ওখানে সাঁওতাল দল মাদলের তালে তালে নাচে মগ্ন। সাঁওতালী নাচ চলে সূর্যাস্ত পর্যন্ত।
কেনাকাটা করার ইচ্ছে না থাকলেও মনের অজান্তেই বেশকিছু জিনিস কেনা হয়ে যায়।
খোয়াইয়ের হাট / সোনাঝুড়ির হাট: শান্তিনিকেতন ভ্রমন অসম্পূর্ণ থেকে যাবে যদি সোনাঝুড়ির জঙ্গলে খোয়াই এর হাট দর্শন না হয়।
রবীন্দ্রনাথ ঠাকুরের বিশ্বভারতী বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের অদূরে খোয়াই ধারে এই হাটটি প্রতি শনিবার দুপুরের পর বসে, চলে সন্ধ্যা পর্যন্ত। শনিবার বসে বলে হাটটির চলতি নাম, 'শনিবারের অন্য হাট' এছাড়া অনেকে 'খোয়াই হাট' বা 'সোনাঝুড়ির হাট' বলে থাকে। ২০০৩ সাল থেকে এই হাট বসছে। এই হাটের মধ্যে রয়েছে সরল গ্রামীণ জীবনের এক টুকরো ছোঁয়া। আক্ষরিক অর্থেই এটি হাট। কোথাও কোনো স্থায়ী ঘর নেই। নেই অস্থায়ী ঘর কিংবা সামিয়ানাও। কেউ ত্রিপল, কেউ চট, কেউবা মাটিতে কাপড় বিছিয়ে পসরা সাজিয়ে বসেছেন। হাটটি পুরোপুরি মধ্যসত্বভোগী মুক্ত। বিক্রেতারা সবাই প্রান্তিক উৎেপাদক। পার্শ্ববর্তী কোপাই, বোলপুর, গোয়ালপাড়া, পাটুলডাঙা, প্রান্তিক ও ভুবনডাঙা গ্রামের নারী-পুরুষরা তাদের হাতে তৈরি বিভিন্ন দ্রবাদি নিয়ে হাজির হয়ে থাকেন হাটে ।
আকাশমনি ও ইউক্যালিপটাস গাছের নিচে প্রতি শনিবার করে ঘর সাজানোর জিনিস একতারা- দোতারা, রং বেরঙের চূড়ি, গলার মালা, কানের দুল আর বাহারি জামাকাপড়ের পসরা সাজিয়ে বিশাল এক হাট বসে। সওদার মধ্যে কাপড় ও সাজগোজের জিনিসের আধিক্য বেশি। তবে নান্দনিক শো-পিস, খেলনা, মনোহরি সামগ্রী রয়েছে। সূর্য যতো পশ্চিমে ঢলে পড়ে ততোই জমে ওঠে হাট।
সাথে আছে একতারা নিয়ে বাউলের মন ভোলানো গান। আর রয়েছে আদিবাসী সাঁওতাল কিছু সহজ সরল মানুষের নাচ, যাদের সত্যি চাওয়া পাওয়ার কিছু নেই। মনের সুখে একমনে নেচে যাচ্ছে। ওদের সাথে একটু কোমর দুলিয়ে নেচে নেওয়া যায়।
সোনাঝুরি ও শালবন ঘেরা প্রকৃতি সাথে ঢোল আর মাদলের শব্দ, সে এক অদ্ভুত মুগ্ধতা। হাটের মাঝেই এখানে ওখানে সাঁওতাল দল মাদলের তালে তালে নাচে মগ্ন। সাঁওতালী নাচ চলে সূর্যাস্ত পর্যন্ত।
কেনাকাটা করার ইচ্ছে না থাকলেও মনের অজান্তেই বেশকিছু জিনিস কেনা হয়ে যায়।
14 अप्रैल 2021 5:53
Popularly known as the sonajhuri haat its a shopping heaven every Saturday on the banks of khoai river. Its an open air market where you can buy tribal items and many more stuffs while listening to wonderful baul songs, sung by some local bauls sitting aside. You must be visit once
A gift with beautiful nature.
A gift with beautiful nature.
04 अप्रैल 2021 19:58
Very nice and classical place with lots of Indian traditional garments and jewellery products, folk songs with dance, country foods and lots of house hold items
04 अप्रैल 2021 14:11
The place has become very commercial. No longer has the rustic artisan feel. Turned into a commercial hub with no new offering, with hardly anything interesting.
01 मार्च 2021 3:28
Every Saturday (sonibar) a colourful and vibrant market (haat) is set up in Sonajhuri forest close to Shantiniketan. This is a village market and one can buy local handicrafts, listen to folk music sung by tribal groups and eat local homemade food. This market starts around 3 pm and continues till the sun sets. It is an excellent place to experience the local culture. The market is a must visit of Shantiniketan.
18 फरवरी 2021 13:27
Lovely place.lots of handmade fare.great environment and experience. This is a weekly haat so plan accordingly for your visit and soak the rural environment.
18 फरवरी 2021 10:48
The Haat was an amalgamation of different walks of life and People from far away places and Cities like Kolkata visit for some fresh breath and Energy and the same we were feeling too. A colourful Market with variety of Choices to buy from. The atmosphere was lovable.
It's a cultural and nostalgic place. Apart from the crafts or baul songs, the atmosphere is awesome.
It's a cultural and nostalgic place. Apart from the crafts or baul songs, the atmosphere is awesome.
15 फरवरी 2021 14:27
Lovely place for shopping at Santiniketan with very cheap rates
You can burgetting here while shopping.
Saturday and Sunday only
You can burgetting here while shopping.
Saturday and Sunday only
09 फरवरी 2021 20:48
Best place for buying local Handicraft items, its a open market (Hat) where you can get Handicrafts at reasonable prices, with High Quality and can even bargain, and features numerous food stalls and has a number of restaurant at back end with quality food and least possible price, plus dance show by Tribals and song by Bauls. Loved it will come again surely.
19 जनवरी 2021 0:25
Santhal dance, Shantiniketan style dresses and Terracotta jewelry available amidst Sonajhuri forest. Reasonable prices for the products on show
17 जनवरी 2021 1:40
Amidst shonajhuri forest you will see lots of roadside hawkers selling handcrafted junk jewellery textiles Kurtis sarees etc. Fun experience. Dont forget to try the sweets from sweet vendors. It is only on Saturdays.
10 जनवरी 2021 21:41
One of the most popular tourist spot in Shantiniketan. The market or 'Haat' settled on every Saturday near sonajhuri forest. Various handicrafts items are available here. Visitors can also enjoy and participate in tribal music and dance. The red soil of this place makes the haat more colourfull. On other days of the week the haat is not settled in fullfledge.