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AMADUBI - An Art Village

Visit the Artists and Artisans at Work

Paint with Pyatkar Artists

The neat eco-friendly hutments, with artistic borders and wall paintings would set you thinking of something you may have read about in the past or found a mention in the Epics. Sure enough Amadubi is the home of Chitrakars who painted on scrolls made from leaves and barks of trees, relating the legends of the past, through a series of pictures. The art is known as PYATKAR art rarely heard of in the towns and cities.
 

What to buy?

• Pyatkar Painting Scrollon cloth/paper, framed in bamboo, Dokra or Teak wood frame; kurtas & kurtis; cushion covers & a variety of useful items.
• Tasser/Silk Scarfs, Shawls.
• Dokra Crafts
  

Enjoy the Tribal Dances to the beat of the Mander and the Dhol..

The village has the eternal Rhythm of Manders of fascinating tribal culture and tradition. With the approach of the festive season the place vibrates with performances that bring the tribes together in a colourful collage of dances, rituals and religious ceremonies. Be it the Tusu, Gona, Karma, Sohrai or Dasai all festivals are celebrated in gaiety, with many moods and many colours. Most of the festivals mark the celebration of an agricultural occasion and is accompanied by dances. The musical and lyrical countryside makes your heart sing and your feet tap. The festive season is the time of traditions, of hues of foods, of pageantry and a time to count blessings. They are blessed with a bounty of heritage. Village tourism is a common thread that brings together diverse rural culture together.
 

Other Modes of Entertainment

• Para Sailing, Para Climbing, River Rafting, Mountain Climbing, visit to the Forest, would be available with support of Adventure Club.

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• Dance shows in the open Akhara (an open stage) for showcasing Baha, Karma Dasai dancers in gaiety.

Dhalbhumgarh Historical Background

Dhalbhum found a mention in history, for the first time, when the British Army attacked the Dhalbhum and Ghatsila region in 1767 jointly with Raja of Midnapore, after a previous abortive attempt in 1765. The campaign against Dhalbhum was led by John Fergusson, who launched an attack on Ghatsila from Jambuni, defeating the local king and destroying the Narsingarh Fort. The King was taken captive and deported to Midnapur and his nephew, Jagannath Dhal was placed on the throne on the condition that he would pay a yearly sum of Rs 55,000 to the British Government. But, Jagganath found it tough to cope with the demands of the British Government, as a result of which he was dethroned and Baikund Dhal was made the King of Dhalbhum. This did not deter Jagganath, and he launched an attack on King Baikund. Finally, he was reinstated on the condition that during the first year of his reign, he would pay tax of Rs 2000, in the second year Rs 3000 and in the third year Rs 4000 to the British Government. In the year 1800, rent of Rs 4, 267 was fixed, which was to be paid by the Kingdom. In the year 1845, the Dhalbhum region, which was part of Manbhum District, was incorporated into the Singhbhum District. Following this, in accordance with 1848 Regulation Act, Singhbhum District was converted into a non-regulation district under the Governor of Bengal.

Rajbari - The Palace of Dhalbhum Raja

Rajbari Temple Situated at a distance of one kilometer from the Dhalbhumgarh Block Office.

Trivineshwar Temple

It is situated in the same premises. The special feature of the temple is three lingas which symbolise Bramha.

Dasbhuj Mandir /Durga Temple

Inside the Rajbari,which is 8 km. The temple is ancient in the origin and the deity of Devi Durga is found there. There are also a number of other temples and an old lake on the premises.

Paanch Pandavas

North-West of Ghatsila, there is a place known as Paanch Pandav, where five rocks in the shape of the five Pandav brothers are to be found. According to folk tales, the five rocks represent the five Pandav brothers of Epic Mahabharata.

Ras Temple

Is  unique for its architect are and also evidence of (Dwapar Yuga).

Kotwal Temple

It is in Narsinggarh which  is situated at a distance of one kilometer from Dhalbhumgarh.

Ruam (Jain Religious Centre)

A small beautiful village. Certain remains indicating the former settlement of the Sravakas or lay-Jains were discovered at the Ruam Village under the Ghatsila police station, two miles from Mahulia. A controversy surrounds the ruins as locals are of the opinion that they are the remains of the Fort of the Raja of Ruam. In the vicinity, three old tanks and an accumulation of copper slag is indicative of the fact that this area must have been one of the centers of mining operations in the past.

Guhiapal

Recent Archaeological excavation is worth seeing.

Other Attractive sites within a range of 50 Km

Burudih Dam	27 km
Mau Bhandar	25 km
Bibhuti Bhushan's House	4 km
Dhalbhumgar old Airport
Subarnarekha	20 km

Festive Season

Dansai

October-November

The Santals celebrate a fortnight from the day of Mahalaya, dancing whole the day with Bhuang and Kansar ghanta with Peacock feather & Pagri on head.

Jomnamah

September-October

When the first crop is ready for harvesting in the month of September this festival is celebrated. The first harvested crop is cashed in every house on this occasion.

Sohrai (Baandhna)

November-December

On the new moon day of Kartik month, the tribals celebrate here a unique festival that shows their deep attachment to the animals. They worship cows and make it a holy festival. Non—tribals also celebrate it in the name of Baandhna.

Sarhul (Baha)

February-March

A festival celebrated with flowers of Saal tree (Baha is a flower) is celebrated by men and women. This festival is celebrated to mark the splendour of the nature during the month of March when all the trees in the forests are covered with flowers.

Makar Sankranti / Tusu Parab

January-February

On the day of Sankrant of Poush, along with the entire country the villages of Jharkhand celebrate the festival. Tusu parab is celebrated by the non tribals whereas tribals celebrate Akhaan or Makar sankrant. Entire village gets submerged with joy and togetherness for a week.

Festival Cuisine
 

Exquisite tribal food like:

Zil - Pitha (Non - Veg)
Ud - Pitha (Veg)
Gud - Pitha (Sweet)
Arsa - Pitha
Serro, Leto, Pata Lod are available in the village

How to Reach?

Hotel, Guest Houses and Transport are available for individuals or groups from Ghatshila (Key Tourist spot), Dhalbhumgarh and Jamshedpur to the village. Bihar, Orissa and West Bengal are also well linked by roads. Local buses are available for Dhalbumgarh every half an hour.

By Road

By Train to Tatanagar or Ghatshila Junction

Railways

The Howarh-Mumbai Main Line Railway route passes through Dhalbhumgarh Railway Station which is 9 km away from village. For express trains nearest railway station is Ghatsila & Tatanagar. At railway stations Buses & Trekkers are available for Amadubi.

Air Route

Domestic flights link Birsa Munda Airport, Ranchi, Air Deccan and MDLR flight links Kolkata to Jamshedpur.

When to visit?

The best time to visit Amadubi is September to Mid March (Avoid the summer heat April 15 - 15 August and the heavy rain).

Where to stay?

• Kalamandir CCAF has the facility to pitch luxurious tents, which would be available with advance booking.
• The village also has a Lodge (7km away from village) where people can be accommodated.
• In Ghatsila-Bhibuti Vihar, Kousala Lodge, Hotel Oasis & Snehalata Lodge, etc.
• In Galudih-Pallishri & Galudih Resorts.
• Tourist Village 4 Non - A/C cottages.

Contact for Advance Booking

Address: Kalamandir CCAF, 8, 10-N Road, Bistupur, Jamshedpur-831001

Note:

On prior information Kalamandir can provide rented car at railway station, bus stand and airport.