In order to promote the traditional Indian handicrafts, a delightful handloom and handicrafts fair is held annually at Surajkund from 1st' to 15'th February. The site of Surajkund is a small town 8 kms from South Delhi.

In the 10th century AD, there was an amphitheatre sun-pool in Surajkund where the Tomars- the sun worshippers- used to gather. Fascinated by the surroundings of the terrain, Raja Suraj Pal, one of the chieftains, chose to build his stronghold here. A sun-pool and temple were designed. It is after this sun-pool that this complex came to be christened as Surajkund.

Skilled artisans from all over the country come to this place to exhibit and sell their ware in the fair ground, which is beautifully decorated with motifs from different states every year. Cultural programmes and rural cuisine are also a part of this colourful fair.

Beneath thatched roof platforms, master crafts persons carefully display the finest of handlooms and handicrafts from all over the country. The prices are relatively low compared to emporia, and some of the objects can be amazing.

Shops at the Mela bustle with the brilliance of mirror encasing embroidery, delicate lace work, folk motifs on terracotta forms, metal and cane-ware, the tinkle of bangles, shimmer of iridescent silks and the jingle of toys and trinkets. The Surajkund Crafts Mela is more than a celebration of crafts. At the fan shaped open-air-theatre name 'Natyashala' rich folk dances and musical evenings are held throughout the mela fortnight.