Immerse yourself in the Mughal Era at Taj Mahotsav

The Taj Mahotsav is a 10 day long festival held at Shilpgram in Agra. It invokes the memories of The Mughal Dynasty which ruled Agra and celebrates it’s culture.

Artisans and performers from all over India display their talent in the form of Handicrafts and Performances. Some famous handicrafts that are sold during the fest are wood/stone carvings from Tamil Nadu, bamboo/cane work from North East India, paper mash work from South India and Kashmir , marble and zardozi work from Agra, wood carving from Saharanpur, brass wares from Moradabad, hand made carpets from Bhadohi, pottery from Khurja, Chikan work from Lucknow, silk and zari work from Banaras, shawls and carpets from Kashmir/Gujarat, hand printing from Farrukhabad and Kantha stitch from West Bengal.

Let’s show you around:

Near the entrance, you’ll be greeted by folk musicians and little rockstars.

You can walk through the colourful lanes selling handicrafts, crockery, spices, food, clothes and keychains.

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