Hyderabad, March 22 -- If you're a Hyderabadi who admires the fine weave of Pochampally or the elegance of Bidri work, there is a small village in Odisha that deserves a spot on your travel list. Just a short drive from Puri, near the famous Jagannath Temple, lies Raghurajpur, a place where you don't visit an art gallery because the entire village itself is one.

A Village Where Art is a Way of Life

Recognised as India's first Heritage Crafts Village, Raghurajpur feels like stepping into a different time. About 140 houses line its quiet lanes, and what makes it truly special is that almost every single family here is made up of artists. Art is not a profession here, it is a way of life.

Every House is a Canvas

As you walk through the v...