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Nek Chand, a Changing India, and a Hidden World of Art

Following the partition of India in 1947, Nek Chand Saini arrived in the city of Chandigarh with nothing but memories of his homeland. Heartbroken by his stark, concrete surroundings, Nek began secretly wandering the jungle edges to collect broken glass, cracked water pots, and smooth river rocks. Where others saw useless rubbish, Nek saw the building blocks of a masterpiece. For fifteen years, hidden away from the world, Nek cleared the jungle and constructed a labyrinth of curving paths, intricate mosaics, and beautiful sculptures as a tribute to the village of his youth. When a government crew finally stumbled upon his massive, hidden kingdom, they intended to destroy it, but the local community stood in awe and fought to protect it. This is the stunning true story of the world's largest visionary art environment, celebrating the breathtaking power of outsider art and one man's dedication to creating beauty from broken things.
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 43 Pages
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