If there is one historical monument in India that is known for being one of the modern wonders of the world, it has to be the Taj Mahal. The monument, built in white marble, attracts millions of tourists from around the globe. However, the iconic landmark is known for its Taj Mahotsav that was first started in the year 1992. This year, the 13-day festival will be from 18th February to 2nd March 2025.
Agra Taj Mahotsav 2025
Taj Mahotsav 2025: A Brief Overview
The Taj Mahotsav is an annual festival that gives a platform to artists and performers to showcase their art in various forms – be it music, dance, craft, or cuisine.
This festival will begin on 18th February 2025 and end on 2nd March 2025. The Taj Mahotsav is organized by the Taj Mahotsav Committee presented by Commissioner, Agra Division Agra.
This cultural bonanza began in 1992 and the festival will celebrate its 34th anniversary in 2025. It gives a platform to about 400 artists from around the country to display their art and crafts.
Be it Chikan work from Lucknow, bamboo/cane work from the North East, or wood/stone carvings from Tamil Nadu, the festival provides a platform for old and rare crafts.
Besides crafts, the festival is also known for its mesmerizing cultural performances. Be it folk or classical music or dances from across the country, the performances will surely leave you wanting for more!
However, if you’re tired from exploring the festival and need a quick bite, you’ll be delighted to taste a vast variety of food here. The festival is known for highlighting local Indian food from various corners of the country, as well as the food of Uttar Pradesh.
Overall, the Taj Mahotsav Festival is a celebration of India’s diverse artistic heritage and we totally recommend attending it once!
Agra Taj Mahotsav 2025: Major Attractions
The Agra Taj Mahotsav 2025 is being held at Shilpagram near the eastern gate of the Taj Mahal. In this 13-day long festival, tourists from all over the country as well as the world will attend the cultural extravaganza.
The 2025 edition of the festival is being advertised with the slogan ‘Sanskruti Ka Mahakumbh’ (A Mahakumbh Of Culture), signifying the amalgamation of India’s diverse cultural heritage at the festival.
At Shilpagram, the Arts and Crafts Mela will be held for all the days of the festival from 10:00 AM onwards. For the adrenaline junkies, the festival will also conduct the Agra Taj Bike Car Rally on 22nd and 23rd February.
Moreover, the festival will also include an enthralling Taj Nature Walk (28th February to 2nd March), a Taj Mahal Heritage Walk (18th to 27th February), A Floral Exhibition (22nd and 23rd February), Yamuna Maha Aarti (18th to 27th February) and various other programmes.
Many dignitaries from the music background will mark their presence at the Taj Mahal Mahotsav. These include:
- Actor, singer, playwright, musician, and screenwriter Piyush Mishra.
- Padma Shri Awardee, folk singer Malini Awasthi. She is also known as the Folk Queen of India.
- Music composer and lyricist duo Sachet Tandon and Parampara Thakur, more popularly known as Sachet-Parampara.
- Sabri Brothers, known for their whimsical Qawwali performances.
Tickets And Timings For Taj Mahotsav 2025
The tickets for Taj Mahotsav cost INR 50 per person, with children up to 3 years of age having free entry. School groups with 50 students in uniform will get an entry pass for INR 700, including two teachers’ tickets. Meanwhile, foreign tourists.
Visitors can buy the tickets at all the entry gates of the Taj Mahal. As per the official website, there is no separate ticket to cultural programs.
The festival will be from 18th February to 2nd March from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Summing Up
The Taj Mahotsav 2025 will be held in Agra to celebrate the diverse cultural heritage of the nation. For 13 days, the festival will be an exciting celebration of India’s handicrafts, folk music and dance, as well as rich delectable cuisine. Are you attending the festival?
FAQs
Where Is The Taj Mahotsav In 2025?
Taj Mahotsav in 2025 will be held at Shilpagram in Agra, near the eastern gate of the Taj Mahal.
Why Did The Taj Mahal Take 22 Years?
Taj Mahal took 22 years to build as it was being built by 20,000 workers. As the monument was planned on a large scale, the construction took enormous time to complete.
Who Organises Taj Mahotsav?
Taj Mahotsav is organized by the Taj Mahotsav Committee, presented by Commissioner, Agra Division.
