Heritage & Handicraft Tour

Name: Heritage & Handicraft Tour
Brand: Agra Heritage Walks
SKU: c8e0bc47-56fe-46fe-a066-23c0313bafe1

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Summary

- Visit one of the oldest workshops of zardozi around Tajmahal. Learn briefly about the history of this craft and details and intricacies of craftsmanship. - Visit a workshop of Marble Inlay work (Pietra Dura) and learn how this craft started with the history of Tajmahal and flourished till the time. - Walking down the 17th-century lanes around Tajmahal we'll visit some households where people are engaged in making garlands and other body jewelry of fresh flowers. Learn briefly about how the use of fresh flowers has changed with time and affected the industry. - Visit three-generation old workshop of Marble Prachinkari work and learn briefly about the connection of this art with Pietra Dura. - Live flute performance in front of a 17th-century castle - Here we'll talk about how handicrafts flourished at the Mughal period. - Exploring the household art of carpetmaking and learn briefly how present-day designs have evolved with cross-community acculturation.

Tour info

Duration

3 hours

Why take this tour?

Agra is mainly known for some major industries like the footwear industry, jewellery industry, tourism industry, etc. Their export system runs all over the world. But apart from these, there are a lot of small and traditional businesses like the kite factory, thread factory, wooden utensils factory, zardozi arts, etc. They have been running for centuries by some old families who live in Agra. Whenever we walk or go through the old markets of Agra, we can see very small shops that include kite making, thread making, zardozi art, and marble work, but when we enter these shops, we can see huge galleries where workers carry out their work. During the walk, we will explore the working system of these small factories that have silently been serving the city for generations. You will bear witness to the fast handiwork here along with the myriad skills.

What’s included?

Tour Guide

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 3h
Mobile tickets accepted
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

Agra Heritage Walks

About operator:

Agra heritage walks is an initiative run by UP80 - A group of artists that are living in the city of Agra and working towards a trans-disciplinary art residency in the city itself. Agra Heritage Walks was started in July 2017 with the aim of spreading awareness about the rich culture and heritage of the city. We focus on lesser known monuments or areas of the city. We partner with women, local small businesses and artisans and make them benefit from the tourists while also providing them a platform to show their skills. For example three women from the historic Kala Mahal area have been regularly hosting tourists to traditional food and in turn they make profits and also get appreciated for their skills. Our objectives are a) highlighting heritage, culture and culinary art of the city b) highlighting lesser known monuments and streets of the city.