Visva-Bharati Santiniketan to Reopen for Tourists from October

After nearly five years of restricted access, Rabindranath Tagore’s Santiniketan Ashram is finally set to welcome tourists again. According to a recent update from the Visva-Bharati University authorities, the historic campus — now declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site — will be open to visitors by the end of September or early October 2025.

Why Was It Closed?

The Visva-Bharati campus was closed to tourists during the COVID-19 pandemic. Since then, public access remained restricted due to administrative concerns. Now, with safety measures and a structured tourism model in place, the university is ready to open its gates.

Official Confirmation from Authorities

Vice-Chancellor Bidyut Chakraborty recently confirmed that preparations for the reopening are in progress. Tourists will be allowed to visit select parts of the Ashram by booking tickets in advance. A curated “Heritage Walk” will be introduced to provide a guided experience of the historic campus.

What Can Tourists Expect?

Tourists will explore some of the most iconic landmarks of Visva-Bharati:

• Patha Bhavana – Tagore’s open-air school
• Chatimtala – Tagore’s meditation spot
• Upasana Griha – Prayer Hall
• Singha Sadan
• Kala Bhavan, Kalo Bari, and other art hubs
• Sangeet Bhavan – featuring a live cultural performance at the end of the tour

Heritage Walk Guidelines

The campus will not be open for free roaming. Tourists must follow these guidelines:

• Visits are allowed only on Sundays
• Each day will include 4 guided tour batches
• 1-hour duration for each batch
• Group-based entry — no solo entry or free movement
• Advance ticket booking is mandatory

Ticketing Details

While the exact ticket price is yet to be announced, officials confirmed that online ticket booking will be introduced. On-the-spot ticketing may not be available initially.

The program will serve as a pilot project, and if successful, the heritage walk could expand to other days starting in November.

A Cultural Revival Begins

This initiative is a major step in reconnecting the public with the cultural legacy of Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore. From educationalists to travelers and cultural enthusiasts, this is a rare opportunity to walk through the heart of India’s literary and intellectual renaissance.

Stay updated with more news and announcements at:
www.bolpur-santiniketan.com

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