When talked about Agra, the virtual picture Taj Mahal comes in everybody's mind. One of the seven wonders of the world Taj Mahal draws tourists from all over the world. Built around 350 years ago, by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, the white marble monument still maintains its old charm. Besides the Taj Mahal, Agra is also known for its annual event called Taj Mahotsav. In fact, the charm of Taj Mahal and the city increases many folds during the Taj Mahal Utsav.
A yearly event Taj Mahotsav is held close to Taj Mahal between February 18 and 27. A 10 days event, Taj Mahotsav is organised by the Tourism Department of Uttar Pradesh. Also known as the Taj Mahal Utsav, the festival venue is Shilpgram. Taj Mahotsav showcases the art and craft of the region and also provides a wonderful chance to savour the traditional delicacies.
Usually the festival begins with a impressive procession of elephants and camels. Invigorating beats of drums and impressive performances of folk artists made the mahotsav more lively. In addition to Uttar Pradesh, the arts, crafts and traditions of other parts of country are also displayed in the Mahotsav.
Usually the festival begins with a impressive procession of elephants and camels. Invigorating beats of drums and impressive performances of folk artists made the mahotsav more lively. In addition to Uttar Pradesh, the arts, crafts and traditions of other parts of country are also displayed in the Mahotsav.
During the festival you can have a fine glimpse of rich cultural heritage and unparalleled legacies of India. You would be surely pleased after experience the rich culture of Uttar Pradesh. Exquisite arts and crafts, delectable cuisines, soothing music and lively dance add more to your experience. Brass and metal ware from Moradabad, wood carvings of Saharanpur, Badohi's handmade carpets, the pottery of Khurja, chickan - work of Lucknow and silk sarees of Benaras (Varanasi) are some of the highlights of the event. Amongst the music and dance performances, folk music and dances of Dundelkhand, Nautanki (drama), Sapera (snake) dance of Rajasthan and Lavani of Maharashtra are main attractions of Taj Mahotsav.
So gear up soon and visit Agra this February to participate in the Taj Mahotsav. You will get a never before experience and return your home with lifelong memories.
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