
Cheena Bhavana (China Bhavana) Tourism
Cultural Center
About Cheena Bhavana (China Bhavana)
Cheena Bhavana is a significant cultural and educational institution located within the premises of Visva-Bharati University in Santiniketan, West Bengal, India. It epitomizes the vision of Rabindranath Tagore for fostering cultural exchange between India and China. Established in 1937, Cheena Bhavana plays a pivotal role in promoting Chinese culture, language, and literature. The center embodies traditional Chinese architectural elements and has a tranquil ambiance that encourages academic pursuits and research. It boasts a rich library with an extensive collection of Chinese books and manuscripts, Chinese art, and hosts regular exhibitions, workshops, and seminars. Prominent Chinese scholars have visited and contributed to the institution, reinforcing the cultural bridge between the two nations. Cheena Bhavana has become a symbol of Sino-Indian friendship and an essential repository of Sinological studies in India.





























