Sunaparanta, Goa Centre for the Arts, Art gallery and cultural center in Altinho, India.
Sunaparanta is an arts center in Panaji containing multiple exhibition spaces, a library, and studios spread across its grounds. It also features an open-air amphitheater and workshop areas that support a range of artistic activities.
The center was founded in 2009 by industrialist Dattaraj Salgaocar as a nonprofit initiative to support the artistic community in Goa. Since then, it has grown into a significant space for artistic collaboration and cultural exchange.
The name Sunaparanta comes from Sanskrit and means 'golden coast'. The center displays works by local and international artists regularly, creating a space where different artistic voices meet and exchange ideas.
The center offers various programs including a Sketch Club, film screenings, and ceramics workshops that visitors can join. Since it operates as an active cultural hub, it helps to check in advance what activities and exhibitions are currently happening.
The center maintains two dedicated residency rooms where visiting artists and scholars can work for extended periods, fostering deeper creative connections and collaborative projects. This setup allows for meaningful artistic exchanges that go beyond a single visit.
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