Taj Mahotsav is one of the most
cherished cultural festival in India by the foreigners and the locals
alike. Held every year between February and March it is a ten day feast
of classical dances, folk art and light music. This grand carnival takes
place in Shilpgram a place located very close to the
Taj Mahal. Mughal
Durbar one of the enchanting attractions of the bygone era is
reconstructed every year with elephants, camels, drum beaters and all
other splendor of that era.
Typical cuisines are specially prepared by some very talented chefs
with delicacies being prepared from the oldest exponents that were used
in the past era. There is drama being portrayed like it was centuries
ago in front of the rulers and royal family of the Mughal era also
traditional handicrafts and art as that of carving on wood and metal is
displayed.
Apart from the food and the splendor the major attraction of the Taj
Mahotsav is the soul stirring performances by the artists of folk art
from various Indian states. The festival is an apt showcases of the art
and artists of Indian origin and Indian culture. Apart from all this,
this festival is also allows guests to peep into the diverse culture and
traditions that have enriched this vast land for centuries.
