If you're planning a trip to Agra in February 2022 then consider one more reason to visit Agra - the Taj Mahotsav Festival
Do you know what the Taj Mahotsav Festival is?
What is the Taj Mahotsav Festival?
Celebrated every year with warmth and zeal, Taj Mahotsav is a 10-day carnival hosted by the Tourism Ministry of Uttar Pradesh with the goal of boosting India's tourism for both domestic and international visitors. India’s delicious cuisines, traditional attires, stage shows, scenic views, dance & music, arts & craft, cultural stalls, camel and elephant rides are the major festive activities.
Where will the Taj Mahotsav Festival 2022 be held?
The Taj Mahotsav 2022 will be held in Shilpgram, a well-known handicraft village in Agra. Shilpgram village is a short distance from Taj Mahal, the attraction of Agra.
Duration and Timings details
Every year it begins on Friday, February 18th, and lasts for ten days, ending on Sunday, February 27th. But it has been postponed this year due to UP elections. The dates are shifted to March 20-29. The festivities will take place between 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Timings may vary slightly.
Top Attractions & Activities to enjoy during the Taj Mahotsav Festival
India’s delicious cuisines
Enjoying all over India’s traditional and regional cuisines at one place and also watching many dishes being made is a blessing. The Food Festival is one of the major attractions of the Taj Mahal Mahotsav. You can get the oldest and the most typical delicacies from the Uttar Pradesh’s interiors.
Animal Rides:
Tourists can enjoy the adorned camel and elephant rides during this 10-days long festival.
Ethnic Stalls
You can buy wonderful stuff from cultural vendors selling handmade wooden dolls, jewellery, and silk articles.
Arts and Craft
This is a large platform for the arts and craft aces to display their creative skills. Top souvenirs from India, such as brass artefacts, Gujrati carpets, pottery, handcrafted fabrics, and other Indian arts, can be found here.
Music and Dance Shows
Cultural dance and music is an indispensable part of the festival. The top performances are folk dances, Brij Mhumi dance, shayari, Sufi singers, celebrity performances, and stage drama.
Scenic Views
This is the perfect place to get some good photos if you enjoy photography. You can capture cultural shots because of the cultural theme.
Stage Events
Stage events, classical art forms, music shows, puppet shows, and other cultural shows can be enjoyed by the tourists.Traditional Attires
Discover Indian traditional attires and lifestyles in this festival. You can explore India's various formal attire here.
Thriller activities for kids
Tourists can participate in a variety of thrilling activities, including train rides, roller coasters, and more. These rides are fantastically built for thrill-seeking children.
Final Words
The Taj Mahotsav festival is a symbol of unity of Indian cultures. Since 1992, Taj Mahotsav is representing the depth of our country’s rich art and culture, cuisine, dance, music for ten days every year at Shilpgram, Agra. It will mark its 30th anniversary this year.
Plan a vacation to Agra with Oswal Air Travels at the most affordable domestic air tickets rates and enjoy the cultural beauty of Taj Mahotsav.
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