New Delhi: Delhi Development Authority (DDA) will organise a World Tourism Day celebration at Baansera, Sarai Kale Khan, on Sept 26 and 27, to showcase India’s rich diversity in tourism, art, craft, cuisine and music.
A section called Bharat Ke Zaayeke will showcase cuisines from at least 10-12 states or regions.
“While older people will get to relive old memories, younger visitors will get to know about the traditional arts and crafts which are no longer practised,” said an official. “The zone will highlight the country’s regional culinary diversity and offer visitors an opportunity to sample different traditional food choices,” an official said. “The six zones form an integral part of the visitor experience,” said an official.
The second zone will be Yaadon Ki Gali, whichwill take visitors down the memory lane through a vintage-themed experience featuring a photo booth, puppet show and bioscope. Food will be a major component of the celebration. The tendering process has started to engage agencies.