Taj Mahotsav 2022
The Taj Mahotsav 2022 is scheduled to happen from March 20 to March 29, 2022.
Key Points
- It is a 10-day cultural festival, held in Agra each year.
- It is the most well-known art, craft, gourmet, and culture festival, held at the crossroads of winter and spring.
- Earlier it was scheduled to take from February 18 February 27.
Theme of the Taj Mahotsav 2022
The Taj Mahotsav 2022 will be held under the theme- ‘Aazadi ke Amrit Mahotsav sang, Taj ke rang‘.
History of the day
The Taj Mahotsav started in 1992.
Aim of the Taj Mahotsav
It is held with the aim of encouraging craftsmen’s innovative work and assisting them in showcasing their various skills.
Significance of Taj Mahotsav
The Taj Mahotsav is a melting pot of traditions and civilizations, because of a variety of cultural performances by domestic and international artists. It seeks to inspire tourism and also reviving the Nawabi style, which dominated terrain of Uttar Pradesh in the 18th and 19th centuries. It reflects the richness of India’s craftwork, artistry, cuisines and culture. It is also a must-visit for shoppers.
About Carnival
Under the Taj Mahotsav festival, a vibrant and appealing carnival for children. At this, people of all ages enjoy the celebration. Taj Mahotsav offers visitors a variety of classical, indigenous, and other art genres. It honours remarkable work of artists in India. There is a diverse selection of art, including delectable cuisine, eye-catching artworks, dance, and music.
Goal of the festival
One of the main goals of Taj Mahotsav is to provide a forum for local artisans to display their talents.
Venue for the festival
Taj Mahotsav 2022 will be held at Shilpgram, which is a well-known handicraft village in Agra, Uttar Pradesh. It is located at about 500 metres from the Taj Mahal.
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2022
Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs