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Taj Mahotsav takes place every year in the Shilpgram district of Agra, India. The festival echoes the pristine memories of the old Mughal era and its royal empires. It also aims to resurrect the Nawabi style that marked the scenario of Uttar Pradesh in the 18th and 19th century.
Celebrated every year since 1992, the festival reflects upon the vibrance of art, craft, dance, music and cuisines of India. One can witness the flamboyance of Indian artisans, through their magnificent works, which can be bought at the most reasonable and authentic prices. The carnival adopts a theme every year to accentuate the rich culture and heritage of India. The theme for 2019 is 'Dharohar', which aims to celebrate India's grandeur of historical monuments.
Taj Mahotsav is organised by the Tourism ministry of Uttar Pradesh near the Eastern Gate of the marvellous monument, Taj Mahal. Besides being a source to mount tourism in India, the festival is one of the most eagerly awaited. It is organised every year from 18th- 27th of February and this year's celebration will mark the festival's 28th anniversary.
Features Of Taj Mahotsav - Programs & Events
Taj Mahotsav celebrates the incredible work of Indian artisans and thus, is a repository of extensive art, enthralling artworks, mouth-watering cuisines and foot tapping dance and music. A perfect place for shopaholics, one can fill their bags with an array of things like elegant jewellery, traditional folk dresses, mind-blowing paintings and showpieces, lamps and exotic furniture, to name a few.
The Fiesta provides an ultimate platform for artisans from various regions to display their meticulous craftsmanship. Around 400 people from different areas in India get an opportunity to present their vibrant work. The annual festival commences with a road procession of splendidly decorated camels and elephants, emulating the victory procession of Mughal emperors and Warlords of the bygone era.
Celebration
Taj Mahotsav provides an ultimate platform to worldwide artists to showcase their craftsmanship. Renowned musicians, dancers, artists and chefs participate in this festival to offer visitors a spectacular experience. Various performances and cultural evenings are organized during this festival from artists of varied regions. Many well-known artists and musicians, along with new artists and unexplored folk talent from various regions have charmed the Taj Mahotsav in previous years.
Besides the performances, diverse regions put up a variety of amazing crafts like wood carvings, marble carvings, pottery, brass and metal ware, handmade carpets and much more. The Taj Mahotsav is the ultimate place for shopaholics too. One can shop for unique knick-knacks, jewellery, traditional folk dresses, paintings, show pieces, lamps, old and contemporary furniture, linens and much more. The Mahotsav also puts up a wonderful display of scrumptious cuisine from different regions. There is also a fair hosted where kids and adults can both enjoy thrilling rides.
Uttar Pradesh has been traditionally celebrating various festivals of several religions with much enthusiasm Holi is one of their main festivals and continues for 2-3 days. About 48km from Mathura, Barsana, Holi is celebrated in the tradtitional style and is known as 'Latthmar Holi' of Barsana. Ram Lila or the story of Lord Ram is enacted with religious fervor every year on Vijaya Dashami in the whole of Uttar Pradesh especially in Ayodhya. Sravan Jhula mela, Bateshwar Fair at Agra and Kampil Fair are also held in Uttar Pradesh. Haridwar is also one of the important places where Kumbh mela.
