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A treat to the eyes like no other, Taj Balloon Festival leaves onlookers and shutterbugs longing for more

~15 incredibly colorful balloons dance around the Taj every morning~

Agra, November 28, 2016: The ongoing Taj Balloon Festival, witnessed an overwhelming response to its second edition as the residents and tourists woke up every morning to colorful balloons peppering the dotted skyline. SkyWaltz is conducting Taj Balloon Festival 2016 in association with The Uttar Pradesh Government, to packed audiences till 30th November, 2016. Hot Air Balloons of different hues and shapes, has the rapt attention of viewers, as they gently float over historical forts. The Taj Mahal is the only sureal wonder of the world that lets one take flight on a hot air balloon next to it.

A treat to the eyes like no other, Taj Balloon Festival leaves you longing for more

Night Glow in action at the Taj Balloon Festival

Already in its 4th day, it was mesmerizing to experience an awe-inspiring display of colors with 15 balloons taking to the skies from the PAC Ground, following the sunrise. The Taj Balloon Festival saw enumerable excited passengers enjoying the cool morning air and a lovely scenery from above. Flyers also caught a glimpse of the Taj Mahal minutes after takeoff. With a far-reaching view extending across the beautiful city and countryside, the ride became all the more spellbinding. The balloons take off in the morning and land in and around the city.

Amongst the pilots, 2 female pilots from Malaysia and Poland are also flying the balloons. Enthusiastic villagers had a fantastic time mingling with the foreign pilots and taking pictures of their special shaped balloons. The city of Agra was ecstatic with thousands standing on their roof tops waving across, trying to a catch the attention of all. The enchanting Hot air balloon ride in the morning and a night glow show where hot air balloons give a stunning light display, choreographed to music continues to enthrall the city to its core.

The line-up comprises 15 balloons from different countries including India, the USA, UK, Canada, Spain, UAE, Netherland, Turkey, Switzerland, Belgium, Poland, and Malaysia. These include three “special shape” balloons featuring iconic characters Happy Egg, Bob the Lobster & Smurf, an exciting new addition to last year’s festival. Like the previous edition, the core objective of this special initiative is to boost leisure, adventure tourism and aviation based entertainment in the state as per the Department of Tourism, Government of Uttar Pradesh.

Key Highlights of the Day: Taj Balloon Festival

India 27 November 2016: Third day of the Taj Balloon Festival kicked off with much excitement and enthusiasm. Passenger's on board the balloons had a lovely view of the Taj Mahal after takeoff.

Some balloons even went up to the expressway towards Lucknow.

Key Highlights of the Day: Taj Balloon Festival

The Egg and Happy Lobster balloon also took their first flight today. Villagers had a fantastic time with the special shaped balloons.

The city of Agra was ecstatic with thousands standing on their roof tops waving.

About Taj Balloon Festival:

The Uttar Pradesh Government is conducting Taj Balloon Festival 2016 in association with E-Factor Adventure Tourism Pvt. Ltd - a prominent company in India that operates commercial hot air ballooning flights in the name of SkyWaltz, along with promoting and hosting various Hot Air Balloon related events. This year, the 5-day balloon fiesta kick started on 25th November 2016. The line-up comprises 15 balloons from different countries including India, the USA, UK, Canada, Spain, UAE, Netherland, Turkey, Switzerland, Belgium, Poland, and Malaysia. The balloon flights will happen every morning at Sunrise and the evening nightglows after sunset.

Archana depicts the beautiful Taj Mahal in a Banjara handwriting with her collection “A tale of two travels” at the FTL New York Fashion Week SS17

-Archana to promote the cause of all beauty inclusion, supports the initiative “Bring Beauty Back” at the New York Fashion runway.

India September 3rd 2016: Following the grand success at the New York Fashion Week runway last year, Ace Designer Archana Kochhar will be showcasing her new digital collection “A Tale of Two Travels”, a mélange of her travel to the breathtaking Taj Mahal and the village of the colorful nomadic tribe Banjara, at the “FTL New York Fashion Week SS17” on 8th September, 2016. Further promoting the concept of all-inclusive beauty, Designer Archana Kochhar is supporting the initiative “Bring Beauty Back”, at the FTL New York Fashion Week, where acid attack survivor Reshma Banoo Qureshi will walk the ramp for her.

Designer Archana Kochhar's sketches for NYFW

“I am thrilled and excited to be showcasing my collection for the second time at the FTL New York Fashion Week SS17. A tale of two travels has been inspired by my travel to the Taj Mahal and the village of Banjara’s. The collection inspired by Banjara is a part of the “Make in India” Campaign, initiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Here I have worked with different sets of artisans from across India trying to revive and re-energize different art forms of India, some of which are dying. The translation of the collection is modern, keeping the essence of Banjara intact. My second inspiration of the collection is by the magnificent Taj Mahal, this palatial structure is known as the epitome of Love with its exquisiteness and elegance earned it the title of one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The most interesting aspect of this collection is the way the Taj has been depicted in Banjara handwriting. I feel it is a very contemporary translation of Taj, which has never been attempted before”, shared Designer Archana Kochhar.

“A tale of Two Travels” is a thoughtful creation that imparts royal individuality of the surreal Taj and gleams in the colorful essence of Banjara. The first inspiration of the collection is by the nomadic tribe of India called Banjara, known for the craft of the vibrant mesmerizing colors and rustic mirror work in India. The color pallet of this collection is ivory offset with colorful digitally printed motifs which is further highlighted with multi-color thread work and mirror work. The second inspiration of the collection is by the magnificent Taj Mahal. Depicting a dreamy vision, the collection is an exclusive range of colorful intricate digital prints depicting the vibrant symbolic motifs of the amazing Taj Mahal, the beautiful lotus flower, the mighty royal elephants balanced with geometric motifs.

The new line is a foci of contemporary silhouettes fused with a glimpse of Indian conventional cuts to bring forward the concept of the east meets the west. The silhouettes comprises of cold shoulder crop tops, caplets, flared bell bottoms, flared skirts, pencil skirts, high waist shorts, paper bag skirts, dhoti pants, structured gowns, key hole gowns, flowy drapes and jumpsuits.

Commenting on her supporting the initiative of "Bring Beauty Back" at the New York Fashion Week, Designer Archana Kochhar said, "The initiative of “Bring Beauty Back” is about inclusion of all forms of beauty. I believe beauty is not external, but rather what comes from within. Fashion weeks are platforms, which are considered as benchmarks for beauty. Hence it is imperative to promote the "Inclusion of all forms of beauty" concept on such platforms to change the stereotypical thinking”. She continues to state, "Reshma was a perfect choice as she in her own way has been working extensively for a similar cause of supporting the survivors of acid attack victims".

TAJ MAHAL & BULAND DARWAZA COME ALIVE IN NAMMA BENGALURU

world’s biggest folding & movable replica

April 5 2016, 20.39 PM IST || Pocket News Alert

Visitors can take selfie in these replicas of historical importance

Taj Mahal of Agra and Buland Darwaza of Fatehpur Sikri in Bengaluru? Surprised? Visit the Family Fair, RBANM School Ground, Near Commercial Street which will conclude on April 28. You can have a replica of Taj Mahal with illumination and Buland Darwaza. You can take selfie with your near and dear one here and feel proud by connecting your self with history!

This replica of Taj Mahal has few interesting features. It is the world’s biggest folding and movable replica. It is designed to mesmerize you and it will bring face to face with grandeur of original Taj Mahal structure. Visitors who visits it can touch it and have the feel. It give visitors the real world experience of visiting Taj Mahal. It is spread over more than half acres of land.

TAJ MAHAL & BULAND DARWAZA COME ALIVE IN NAMMA BENGALURU

Three months labor: this replica of Taj Mahal took 90 days labor of 150 workers. It has done with the precision to give exact impression of original Taj Mahal. Replica of Buland Darwaza of Fatehpur Sikri has 75 feet width and 20 feet height.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE REPLICA OF TAJ MAHAL

* 60 Feet Height, 30 Feet Height

* 75X75 Square Feet Structure

* Total Area half acre

UNIQUE FEATURES OF THIS TAJ MAHAL REPLICA

* Wood Artist Mr. Peter

* It has been made out of wood, iron and steel, fiberglass and thermocol. It is designed to mesmerize you and would spellbind you by its beauty.

* It is created to bring you face-to-face with grandeur of original Taj Mahal structure.

FACT SHEET OF TAJ MAHAL REPLICA

- The structure is strong enough to bear the weight of visitors who visit on it to have touch and feel experience.

- The carvings are done with precision to give an exact impression of The Original Taj Mahal at Agra India

- It give a unique real-world experience to visitors like Taj Mahal

ABOUT BULAND DARWAZA OF FATEHPUR SIKRI

Buland Darwaza which means Gate of Magnificence was built in 1576 A.D. by Akbar to commemorate his victory over Gujarat. It is the main entrance to the palace at Fatehpur Sikri, a town which is 43 km from Agra. The Buland Darwaza is made of red and buff sandstone, decorated by white and black marble and is higher than the courtyard of the mosque. The Buland Darwaza is symmetrical and is topped by large free standing kiosks, which are the chhatris. The total height of the structure is about 54 metres from the ground level. It is a 15-storied high gateway acting as the southern entrance of the city of Fatehpur Sikri. The approach to the gate consists of 42 steps. The approach to the gate consists of 42 steps. It is semi octagonal in plan and two smaller triple-storeyed wings on either side. It has three kiosks on its top surrounded by thirteen smaller domed kiosks. There are smaller turrets surrounding the gateway.

ABOUT TAJ MAHAL, AGRA

The Taj Mahal an ivory-white marble mausoleum on the south bank of the Yamuna river in the Indian city of Agra. It was commissioned in 1632 by the Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan to house the tomb of his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. The tomb is the centrepiece of a 42-acre complex, which includes a mosque and a guest house, and is set in formal gardens bounded on three sides by a crenellated wall. The Taj Mahal was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983 for being "the jewel of Muslim art in India and one of the universally admired masterpieces of the world's heritage". Described by the Nobel laureate, Rabindranath Tagore, as "the tear-drop on the cheek of time", it is regarded by many as the best example of Mughal architecture and a symbol of India's rich history.