This March, book your tickets to Agra to attend the vibrant 10-day festival Taj Mahotsav. Earlier, the festival was scheduled to take place from February 18 to February 27. But now the dates have been rescheduled and the cultural festival will take place from March 20 to March 29. Taj Mahotsav celebrates the rich culture, cuisine and handicrafts of India and also aims to boost tourism at the destination. The Taj Mahotsav Committee organises the festival at Shilpgram near the Eastern gate of the Taj Mahal.
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Enjoy Cultural Performances, Relish Local Food And Go Shopping
Taj Mahotsav was first started in 1992. In 2022, Agra will celebrate the 31st year of the festival. Every year, Taj Mahotsav attracts a large number of Indian as well as foreign tourists. Not only it is aimed at promoting tourism, but it also gives a platform to local artisans to showcase their artforms. At the festival, visitors can enjoy cultural performances, gorge on delicious local food, go on a shopping spree, embark on fun rides and do much more. In short, Taj Mahotsav is a carnival of craftsmanship and culture.
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Artisans From All Over India Showcase Their Works At The Festival
The Theme of Taj Mahotsav 2022 is “Azadi ke amrit mahotsav ke sang, taj ke rang“. Taj Mahotsav is a platform where nearly 400 craftsmen from all over the country come together to sell their works. The festival also features performances of folk dances and classical music from all over India. Apart from relishing some of the tastiest desi delights at the festival, we can also get to try some of the most authentic dishes of the remote parts of Uttar Pradesh. To know about the festival, visit the Taj Mahotsav official website.