10 Days Carnival of Taj Mahotsav

Taj Mahotsav is an extravagant bonanza. The periphery of the Taj Mahal becomes craftsmen villa. National and international artisans, artists, singers, dancers and cuisines make it a glittery event.

Occurrence of ‘Taj Mahotsav’

• Month : February• Date : From 18th to 27th • Lasts for : 10 days• Location : Shipgram in Agra

Historic Event

Started in : 1992Organizer : Department of Tourism, Government of India

Special Attractions: • Theme • Cultural events• Classical and Folk songs• Folk dances • Variant culinary dishes • Diverse stalls• Fun fare

Motto

• Motivate indigenous handicrafts • Give them the fair share in return of their precious art• Invite foreign crafts and artifacts to draw inspiration• To let the world know India’s rich culture and tradition• Appraise the stalwarts in arts• Spread the message of unity and brotherhood• Keep the taste of Indian food alive • Conserve the beauty of national heritage

Variety Of Stalls

Till 10 days, variety of stalls fill this carnival with gutsy crowd around:

• Shilpi stalls (Handicrafts stalls)• Retail and Commercial stalls• Fast food stalls• Vegetable stalls• Non- vegetable food stalls

Arts and crafts stalls house:

• Tamil Nadu's Wood/stone carvings• Bamboo/cane work of North East India• Kashmir and South India’s paper mash work• Agra’s zardori and marble work• Saharanpur’s wood carving• Moradabad’s brass wares • Hand-woven carpet of Bhadohi• Pottery of Khurja• Lucknow’s chikan work• Banaras’ silk and zari work

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