February 10, 2012

Culture of Agra




Agra is a most popular tourist destination in India which is frequented by not only Indians but foreign tourists as well. It is visited by millions of tourists every year mostly for its majestic monument Taj Mahal. Agra also hosts the Red Fort and Fatepur Sekri two of other popular tourist monuments. Agra falls in Brij region of Uttar Pradesh state in India; therefore one will find Brij culture (dances, festival celebrations, relationships etc.) , food habits (Snacks, Chaats, Sweets, Namkeens etc.) dresses (lengha, Sarees, Salwar Kameez, Shirt and Trousers and Dhoti Kurta etc.) and language (Brij, Hindi Khadi boli etc.) in Agra. As the city was ruled by Mohguls for a long of time one would find Mohgul culture in the heart of natives in Agra. The culture of a lace is best studied during its festival times. The Taj Mahotsav is one such festival of Agra which can provide the best chance to explore and experience the culture of Agra.    

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