Santiniketan (Vishva-Bharati)

Santiniketan, founded by Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore in 1901, is a cultural and educational center located in West Bengal, India. It is home to Visva-Bharati University, which emphasizes a holistic approach to learning rooted in Indian traditions and global understanding. The campus uniquely integrates art, music, literature, and nature, fostering creativity and free expression. Inspired by Tagore's ideals, Santiniketan aims to promote humanism, cultural exchange, and environmental harmony, making it a renowned symbol of Indian cultural renaissance and a hub for art and academic pursuits.