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IndiGo Contact Information
IndiGo Address:IndiGo, Central Wing, Ground Floor, Thapar House, 124, Janpath, New Delhi – 110001, India
Phone Number:0124-6173838, 0124-4973838
Fax:+91 (0)124 406 8536
About IndiGo Airlines
IndiGo Airlines Operation
What is the fleet size of IndiGo?
Founded in August 2006, IndiGo is one of India’s largest budget airline offering a high-quality experience to every passenger. This airline does not just provide low-cost airfares in the country. Its fares are low in global standards as well. It has been also awarded the Aon’s Best Employer consecutively in 2016 and 2017. Along with online flight booking, call centres and separate airport counters, there is an IndiGo app for Android making it the most preferable airline in India.
IndiGo has about 290 aircraft covering various domestic and international destinations. Airbus A320 CEO, Airbus A320 NEO, Airbus A321 NEO and ATR 72-600 are the aircraft that are now operated by the airline. The number of fleet A320 is 253, A321 NEO is 11 and ATR 72 is 26.
How much baggage is allowed in an IndiGo airline?
IndiGo airline allows you to carry a certain amount of weight in your luggage that differ according to different domestic and international destinations. For domestic flights, the maximum weight allowed for carry-on baggage is 7kg. Only 15kg of check-in baggage is allowed in domestic flights. The hand baggage allowance for IndiGo flights connecting Dhaka, Bangkok, Kathmandu, Phuket, Hanoi, Chengdu, Ho Chi Minh, Male and Kuala Lumpur is 7kg and check-in baggage allowance is 20kg. For Abu Dhabi, Yangon, Colombo, Hong Kong, Doha, Sharjah, Riyadh, Dubai and Muscat, the check-in baggage allowance is 30kg. The carry-on luggage allowance for these destinations is 7kg. For international destinations such as Brussels, Amsterdam and Athens with codeshare flights, the carry-on luggage allowed is 8kg and check-in baggage allowed is 30kg.
The dimensions for carry-on baggage should not exceed 55cmX35cmX25cm and for check-in baggage, the dimensions should not go beyond 158cm (62inch) in length, width and height. Additionally, IndiGo airline allows passengers to carry a women’s purse or a small laptop bag weighing not more than 3kg and a liquid container of 100ml in a transparent 1l plastic bag.
The hand baggage allowance for infants is up to 7kg for both domestic and international flights. Check-in baggage is not allowed for infants in domestic and international flights. However, one stroller or baby pram for each infant is allowed on board for free.
In case, there is a lack of space for the carry-on baggage to keep in the overhead cabin, the airline provides with the facility of retrieving it from the conveyor belt at the airport.
What are the popular international and domestic routes?
IndiGo flights connect to 82 destinations with 60 domestic and 22 international cities. Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Chennai, Coimbatore, Dibrugarh, Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata are among the popular domestic destinations. The major international destinations include Dubai, Amsterdam, Athens, Bangkok, Brussels and Budapest. There are direct and connecting flights covering popular domestic routes including New Delhi to Bengaluru, Chennai to Mumbai, Mumbai to New Delhi, Bengaluru to Hyderabad and Chennai to Hyderabad. There are frequent connecting flights available from New Delhi to Amsterdam, New Delhi to Athens, Mumbai to Bangkok and Chennai to Brussels.
What are IndiGo’s web check-in and verification processes?
In order to save time for boarding a domestic IndiGo flight and avoiding a long queue at an airport, follow these steps for web check-in:
- Visit https://www.goindigo.in
- Click on Check-in on the top left corner.
- Enter your PNR or Booking Reference Number.
- Fill your last name or enter your valid email id.
- Select your desired seat for check-in or check-in with the seat that is automatically selected for you.
For domestic flights, the IndiGo check-in counters close 45 minutes before the scheduled departure time and the boarding gates close 25 minutes before departure. For international flights, the airline’s check-in counters close 75 minutes before scheduled departure and the boarding gates close 25 minutes before the departure time.
Always keep a print out of your itinerary as you go for check-in at any airport. You may also be asked for credit or debit card used for booking and photo identification during check-in. You will have to carry any of these documents for verification:-
- Passport.
- Driving License.
- Election Photo Identification Card.
- A PAN card provided by the Income Tax Department.
- Photo Identity Card.
- Children should carry a school identification card or any photo identification proof with them.
- A valid birth certificate of an infant must be provided for age proof.
The boarding pass can be collected from the IndiGo counters available at airports but it is recommended to take the print out of the itinerary in advance to avoid the queue.
What on-board services do you get in an IndiGo flight?
Pre-order for snacks at your flight, which are added 24 hours before departure. IndiGo provides both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options.
How to Check the Flight Status of an IndiGo flight?
Keep your PNR/ Booking Reference Number ready in order to check your flight status and follow the steps mentioned below -
- Visit the official website of IndiGo airlines.
- Click on the Flight Status option.
- Select your Departure and Arriving destinations.
- Enter the date of journey and flight number.
- Enter the PNR/Booking Reference Number.
- Click on the Search Flight tab to check your flight status.
How to book an IndiGo airline?
IndiGo offers a convenient way to book your flight. The booking and payment for the airline’s ticket can be made through the following ways:
- Visiting the IndiGo official website.
- IndiGo Mobile app.
- Contacting a 24x7 online IndiGo call centre at 9910383838 or 911246173838.
- IndiGo airport counter.
- Travel agencies.
The airline provides a hold and pay facility in case you don’t have a credit card. You can place your seat reservation on hold and make payment later within a specified date. IndiGo holds your booking from 6 to 72 hours before the scheduled departure time. You can confirm your booking by making your payments on the official website or at any IndiGo airport counter available at airports and any travel counters having a tie-up with the airlines. The airline charges 2% as base fare and surcharges (as applicable) for providing this facility.
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Conditions of Carriage
Conditions of carriage vary according to sectors and depend on whether the flight is domestic or international. Bookings are the primary record of reservation in IndiGo’s database. The airline allows carriage only to the customer(s) named in the booking. IndiGo provides a printed itinerary with a PNR (Passenger’s Name Record) and details of the reservation. For international travel, the customer’s passport must be valid for at least six months from the date of travel, including a valid visa for all travellers including children and infants. IndiGo has the right to refuse carriage to passengers, basis luggage size, shape and weight and also safety and operational reasons. The rule also applies to international flights. On domestic flights, 15 kilos of checked-in baggage is allowed. And the dimensions of the baggage should not exceed more than 158 cms in length, width, and height as a whole. On international flights, 20 kilos of free check-in baggage and a maximum weight of 32 kilos is allowed.
Visa Information
Nationals of India, Bhutan, and Nepal are exempted from visa for travel between the three countries. Merchant Seamen who are nationals from India, Bhutan, and the Maldives do not require a visa as well. Customers who have Person of Indian Origin (PIO) Cards or Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) registration certificate are also exempted from a pre-obtained visa.
Visa Verification
Visa verification is done for travel to UAE, Oman, and Qatar. Customers who travel to Dubai are required to verify their visas. And passengers travelling to Qatar on Tourist/Employment visas are also expected to get their visas validated. All passengers with tourist visas must have a return ticket. As far as visas issued in India are concerned, if a visa is acquired from an agency or a service provider, one must provide his/her PNR and other relevant specifics to his/her visa issuing agency so can get OK to Board message inserted on the PNR.
Other FAQs (General Information)
IndiGo has the Airbus A320-200 CEO & NEO aircraft and the ATR 72-600 aircraft. The Airbus A320 has a seating capacity of 180, and the ATR Fleet has a seating capacity of 74 people. The airline offers a selection of snacks and beverages that are for sale onboard. Passengers are also allowed to bring their snacks and non- alcoholic beverages to the flights. IndiGo uses SMS (Short Messaging Service) to alert the passengers of potential flight delays. However, IndiGo maintains the right to cancel or delay a flight without prior notice. The customer’s right to refund will only be applicable if the flight gets rescheduled an hour before the original time or is delayed by two hours or more. Therefore, it is strongly recommended that customers provide a correct phone number and email address. Customers with Visa, Master, and Amex Cards can pay for their bookings with their credit or debit cards. Visa Debit Card customers are required to activate ‘Verified by Visa’ with their respective banks.
How to Book
IndiGo aims to provide stress-free experience to their customers all along. Customers have access to information, customer care, etc. through the Indigo website or mobile application. A 24/7 IndiGo Call Centre is also available with the numbers: +91 99 10 38 38 38 or +91 124 6613838 Customers can also book their tickets at any IndiGo Airport Counter or through any travel agency. IndiGo often goes live with Sales where it provides special fares for certain sectors. As a norm, the airline does not accept personal cheques for payments. A mobile number is mandatory for booking a flight. It does not allow animals on its aircraft. Changes to the name, origin of travel and destination of travel are not allowed. Changes to date and time must be made two hours before the scheduled departure. With the difference in fare, passengers get a credit that can be applied to travel in IndiGo for twelve months from the date of issue or get a refund on their card.
Board of Directors
Mr. Devdas Mallya Mangalore – He is the Chairman and Non-Executive Independent Director of IndiGo and is currently serving on the board of some other organizations as well. His career spans over 36 years with substantial work experience in banks
Dr. Anupam Khanna – He is a Non-Executive Independent Director with the Airline and has served as the Chief Economist for Shell International in London and has also worked in World Bank.
Mr. Rahul Bhatia – He is a Promoter and Non-Executive Director. Rahul has more than 25 years of experience in the travel industry and is responsible for new business initiatives in IndiGo.
Mr. Rakesh Gangwal – He is an American citizen and a Promoter and Non-Executive Director at Indigo Airlines. He has more than 30 years of experience in the aviation industry. He was an Executive Vice President in Air France and also was the President and the Chief Operating Officer of US Airways Inc.
Ms. Rohini Bhatia – She is a Non-Executive Director with diverse experience in the travel industry. She is currently the director of InterGlobe Foundation, Navigator Travel Services Private Limited, and many others.
Mr. Devdas Mallya Mangalore – He is the Chairman and Non-Executive Independent Director of IndiGo and is currently serving on the board of some other organizations as well. His career spans over 36 years with substantial work experience in banks
Mr. Aditya Ghosh – He is the President, Director and Head of Operations and Management at IndiGo. In the past, he has served as the General Counsel for InterGlobe Enterprises.
IndiGo Flight Schedule
IndiGo’s flight schedule is subject to regulatory authority approvals and change(s) without prior notice. These are daily flights to Delhi from many sectors. The departure time from Ahmedabad to Delhi is 5:05 am and the arrival time is at 6:45 am. The departure time for the last flight from Ahmedabad is 10 pm and the arrival time in Delhi is 11:35 pm. The departure time from Bengaluru to Delhi is 4:00 am and the arrival time is 6:50 am. The departure time of the last flight from Bengaluru is 11:05 pm and the arrival time at Delhi is 1:55 am.
IndiGo Destinations
Agartala is a place where one can visit the Gondacherra Wildlife Sanctuary or the Jagannath Temple. There are two hotels where one can stay, namely, Ginger Hotel and Hotel Welcome Palace.
Ahmedabad is great during Makar Sankranti Festival, and there are many temples to visit. One can stay at Radisson Blu Hotel Ahmedabad or Novotel Ahmedabad.
Bengaluru has great weather. One can go to Cubbon Park or St. Mark’s Cathedral, and stay in Ibis Bengaluru City Centre or The Oberoi, Bengaluru.
If one enjoys music and poetry, he/she can visit Delhi, and see the wonderful Lotus Temple or Humayun’s Tomb and also stay in the Taj Palace Hotel or The Oberoi, Delhi.
International Reservation Offices
IndiGo’s international reservation offices in Asia are in UAE (Dubai/Sharjah), Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Tokyo, Singapore, Kuwait, and Israel. In the United States, their reservation offices are in Los Angeles, Chicago, New York and Houston. In Canada, the offices are in Toronto and Vancouver.
Awards for IndiGo
IndiGo has been considered to be a ‘Great Place to Work for in India’ consecutively from 2008 to 2015. And it was also given the award of Aon’s Best Employer in 2016 and 2017.
Travel Classes
The Airbus A320 is a one-class structure of the Economy class. One has to pay more for Emergency Exit Row seats.
Service you can Expect
Their low-cost is compared according to the global standard of low airfare. To make air travel easier for passengers, Indigo provides not only multichannel direct sales through online flight booking, call centers, and airport counters but also an IndiGo app for Android and IOS where one can check his/her flight status online.
Popular Routes
The most common routes are Ahmedabad to Delhi, Ahmedabad to Mumbai, Bengaluru to Delhi and Kolkata to Bengaluru.
What sets IndiGo apart
To maintain a higher level of customer service, IndiGo airlines has an ‘ifly’ facility that provides real-time training experience to recruits. IndiGo also provides their company staff with a healthy work-life balance so that they can stay highly motivated. This service is very people-friendly.
IndiGoReach is their CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiative focusing on raising the standards of children and education, women empowerment and also giving importance to the environment in all parts of the country even in areas where IndiGo services are not available, as they believe in the collective good of the people.
Indigo - Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why should I choose Indigo over other local airlines in India ?
In a period of over a decade and a half, Indigo airlines has established as a most popular air carrier for domestic travel. The airlines has one of the largest network of domestic flights in India offering connectivity to almost all the major destinations in every nook and corner of the country. Top of that, Indigo airlines offers cheapest air fare as compared to other domestic air carriers, which also makes it a popular choice among the travellers. Moreover, you can enjoy great hospitality in terms of meals offered on flight, check-in, baggage policy, etc. that makes travelling Indigo a delightful experience.
Q: Can I book business class tickets in Indigo ?
Being a domestic player primarily, Indigo airlines does not offer business class facility as of now.Also, because Indigo promotes itself as a budget airline of India, offering business class at higher price will go against their affordable air travel policy.However, you can still avail some business class like features by paying additional charges like lounge facility at the airport to waitfor your flight’ s departure or access priority check - in facility.
Q: How can I cancel my Indigo flight ticket ?
You can cancel your indigo flight either through MakeMyTrip or through Indigo website directly with much ease. However, please not that you will not get nay refund for your cancelled ticket unless you have booked a refundable ticket either through MakeMyTrip or through Indigo portal. In case you have bought a non-refundable ticket, there will be no benefit of cancelling your flight as you will only get a refund up to 10%, rest of the amount will be deducted as cancellation charges.
Q: How punctual is Indigo flight schedule ?
Most of the Indigo flights depart and arrive at their scheduled time, unless there is a weather disturbance or some other external factor, your flight may get delayed which you will be notified by the airline in advance.
IndiGo Airlines Baggage Information
IndiGo airlines’ fleet size is 255 aircraft. Covering 62 domestic and 23 international destinations, the airline has 1500 flights that fly daily. Chennai, Hyderabad, Jammu, Kolkata, Vijayawada, Kolkata, Mumbai and Delhi are among the major domestic destinations it covers.
IndiGo airlines domestic baggage allowance
There are no seat classes in IndiGo. The baggage allowance for domestic IndiGo airlines flights is 15kg and the dimensions should not exceed 158cm. Infants are not allowed to carry any item as check-in baggage.
For all IndiGo flights in the domestic sector, the hand baggage allowance is 7kg. Only one bag is allowed as carry-on baggage and the dimensions should not exceed 55cm x 35cm x 25cm. For an infant, a stroller is allowed as hand baggage and there is no extra charge for it. Apart from that, the IndiGo airlines hand baggage allowance also extends to an added personal item including a lady’s hand bag or a laptop which does not exceed more than 3kg.
For excess baggage in IndiGo airlines, a passenger has to pay INR 400 per kilogram, additionally. One can also book pre-paid excess baggage by visiting the airline’s website or by calling the airline’s call centre. It can be done up to two hours before flight departure.
For 3kg of excess baggage, the cost would be INR 1200, for 5kg, it will be INR 1900, for 10kg, it will be INR 3800, for 15kg, it is INR 5700 and for 30kg, it is INR 11,400.
For an oversized item to be carried on board the passenger would have to buy an extra seat and it does not come under the IndiGo airlines hand baggage allowance. This seat purchase cannot be done online. One has to call the airline’s customer care number.
Being the largest airline in India, IndiGo is known for always being on time. While its market share grew up to 47.5% in 2019, the airline offers unmatched services when it comes to air travel. Apart from winning multiple awards for its low airfares, the airline has also been ranked as ‘India’s Most Trusted Private Airlines Brand 2019’ and FICCI has awarded it the ‘Best Domestic Airline’. The airline not only offers great facilities during your travel but also with updated information on its website.
IndiGo airlines flight schedule offers real-time details of a flight’s departure and arrival. It is ideal to check an airline’s flight schedule so that you know if it going to be delayed and you don’t end up waiting at the airport.
How to check IndiGo airlines flight schedule?
Checking the flight schedule for IndiGo airlines is easy. Simply follow these steps:
- • Visit https://www.goindigo.in/information/flight-schedule.html
- • Select the airports for the point of origin and destination.
- • Click on the Search Flight option.
You can also download the flight schedule from the link provided above. Click on the Export Complete Schedule option and choose between the PDF and XLS files. Once you have downloaded it, you can see the list specifying all the cities that IndiGo flights cover. Along with these, you will see the flight number, time of departure, arrival time, if it is a direct or connecting flight, days in a week the airline operates, and how long the flight schedule will be effective. However, you have to know that the list on the exported PDF is subject to change most likely due to sudden bad weather or any other factor including construction on the runway. This is why it is important to check the flight schedule.
About Coimbatore
Marked with the presence of numerous textile and manufacturing industries, Coimbatore is a prime industrial city of the state of Tamil Nadu. The city has a beautiful landscape with misty mountains, sparkling waterfalls and lush green valleys. Camping, Trekking and Wildlife Safaris are some exciting activities that will give you a delightful experience during your visit to this alluring tourist destination. Coimbatore's commercial importance and endless natural beauty play a key role in driving travelers from all over the country. For best Coimbatore hotel booking offers visit Goibibo.
Best Time to Visit
A unique factor about the city is that the climate remains pleasant throughout the year. However, the post-monsoon months from September to March are considered the best months to visit.
Places to Visit
The city is replete with ancient temples that make the best sites to visit. Marudhamalai Hill Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Eachanaari Vinayaga Temple are some of the famous temples. The excellent architecture of the temples and the beautiful surroundings are a must watch thing while you are in Coimbatore. The amazing trekking trails of the city include the Perumal Peak, Villari Mala, Thalaiyar Falls trek and Dhoni Hills. One of the interesting Places to Visit is the Isha Yoga Centre where you can meditate and relax in a tranquil environment.
Hotels and Restaurants
The authentic and delicious South Indian cuisine is the pride of the city. Some of the famous restaurants that will serve you mouth-watering traditional dishes are Bird On Tree, Haribhavnam, Yari and Shree Anandhaas.
Coimbatore offers all kind of accommodation options for stay. Right from Budget Hotels in Coimbatore to Luxury Hotels in Coimbatore / Resorts in Coimbatore, from 5 star Coimbatore hotels to service apartments, one can find multiple options as per their need and pocket. Goibibo being the leading travel website has largest collection of hotels on its platform. One can easily find various collection of hotels as well on Goibibo, like couple friendly hotels in Coimbatore to hotels preferred by Business travellers in Coimbatore, similarly hotels preferred by students and also the ones preferred by women. Popular locations in Coimbatore for stay are near Coimbatore Airport, Avinashi Road, Race Course, Peelamedu and Gandhipuram. It is very easy and convenient to compare and book hotels online on Goibibo.
Transportation
A sound and efficient transport network connects the city with the country. Located approximately 7 km away from the main city, the Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) caters to both domestic flights as well as international flights. Airlines such as Air India, SpiceJet and Indigo serve the maximum number of domestic routes while Air Arabia and SilkAir operate international flights from this airport. Cheap flight tickets from here to other popular cities can be booked online on Goibibo. Also, flight status & other details related to flight booking & air tickets can be easily accessed on it. So for cheapest air tickets, it is recommended to book flights online. Coimbatore Junction is the main railway station in the city and the robust rail network connects the city with significant metropolitans like Delhi, Chennai, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Ahmedabad and Cochin. The Coimbatore bus services available in the city are equally efficient and numerous state-run buses traverse within the state and also from Coimbatore to the cities of Kerala and Karnataka.
Airport Address
Airport Name: Civil Aerodrome, Coimbatore
IATA Code: CJB
Address: Civil Aerodrome, Coimbatore-641014 (Tamil Nadu)
Country: India
GMT Offset: +05:30 hours
Latitude: 11°01′48″N
Longitude: 077°02′36″E
About Agra
Agra is one of the most populous city of Uttar Pradesh. It is a major tourist destination because of its many magnificent Mughal era buildings like the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri. It is also an important part of the Golden Triangle tourist route along with Delhi and Jaipur. This former capital of Mughal Empire is mainly popular for the Taj Mahal and this is the reason that most of the tourists miss out many other interesting activities or places. Next time while planning a trip to Agra, don’t forget to explore more of this amazing city. Here’s a list of the top ten things to do in Agra:
1. Spend a day with villagers at Korai Village
Take a break from the usual sightseeing and try out something new by spending a day with the villagers. Korai Village is located at a distance of 8 Km before Fatehpur Sikri. Here you can explore the rural area of the city by interacting with the villagers and learning about their simple lifestyle. You can also visit their huts and can see how they cook their food in the traditional village style. Don’t forget to meet the village wizard Mohammad who is popular among tourists for his tricks.
2. Take a forest walk inside the Taj Nature Park
Here is another chance to see the Taj Mahal while walking amidst a beautiful park made by the Social Forestry Division of Agra. It is spread over 70 hectares of land and is just 500 meters away from the east gate of the Taj Mahal. You’ll be walking through a 9 km trail amidst various species of birds, wildlife, trees and shrubs. In some places, elevated photo points are made from where one can click a shot of the Taj Mahal. It almost touches the right bank of the River Yamuna and is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna.
3. Buy Leather Goods at Sadar Bazaar
Sadar Bazaar is a popular local street market of Agra. Located at West of Khari Baoli near Agra Cantt Railway Station, Agra Fort and Taj Mahal, the bazaar is famous for the leather work, shoes and handicraft items. Marble inlay items like coasters, vases, table tops, boxes and other gift items can also be bought from here. It is open daily (except Tuesday) from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Don’t miss out on the local street foods like chaat (especially bhalle) and pani-puri from the evening stalls.
4. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner at Joney’s Place
Located on the Miyan Nazir Road, Tajganj, Joney’s Place restaurant offers delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner. Try out the North Indian style breakfast of puris and cholley, a grand lunch with a glass of refreshing banana lassi. Diners can choose from a variety of vegetarian and non-vegetarian curries, macaroni, pancakes, sandwiches, pasta and even falafel and hummus. The malai kofta and the toasted tomato and cheese sandwich are highly recommended. It is open daily from 5 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
5.Go to Marble Cottage for Marble Inlay Handicraft Items
Located at Jasoria Enclave, Fatehabad Road, Marble Cottage, Agra is a famous factory cum small retail shop of Marble Inlay Art and handmade products. Established in 1974, now with its team of 15 highly skilled craftsmen, it creates magnificent objects in marble. You can choose from variety of things like Taj Mahal replicas, White Marble Table Tops, White Elephant, Marble Inlay Photo Frame, Chess Boards, Candle Holders, Marble Jewellery Boxes and Marble Animal Figures. Beautiful carpets and rugs are also available here.
6.Visit Sur Sarovar Bird Sanctuary
It is located 20 Kms from Agra on the Delhi-Agra Highway (NH2). Spread over an area of 7.97 square kilometres, it was declared as a National Bird Sanctuary in 1991 by U.P. Forest Department. The place also houses a beautiful man-made lake known as Keetham Lake that is a perfect spot for relaxation. It is estimated that more than 106 species of migratory birds come to this sanctuary every year. One can also see a variety of fishes and aquatic birds. Some of the aquatic birds inhabiting Keetham Lake include Darter, Purple Heron, Black necked Stork, White Ibis, Little Gerbs and Paddy Bird.
7. Attend the Taj Mahotsav Festival at Shilpgram
Taj Mahotsav is an annual 10 day festival that is held at Shilpgram. This festival celebrates the rich crafts, arts and culture of India. Around 400 artisans from all over the country come together and showcase their unique crafts. Stone/wood carvings from Tamil Nadu, Chikan work from Lucknow, Bamboo work from the North East, Paper Mache work from South India and Kashmir, brass wares from Moradabad and Pottery from Khurja can be found here. Get a slice of the folk dances and taste varieties of lip-smacking Indian dishes. At Fun Fair, kids can enjoy joy rides like merry-go-round, Train-rides and Ferris wheel.
8.Have a look at Hammams of Fatehpur Sikri
Hakim’s Hammam of Fatehpur Sikri is the largest surviving Hammams (domed bath house) of Mughal India. It is a majestic structure with exquisite stucco work and golden paintings that occupies an area 105 metres by 78 metres. It is assumed that the Hakim’s bath house was used by Akbar and other royal family members. The water required for the baths was supplied by a well which is situated in the south-east corner. The building has a dressing room, a room for steam bath and two large rooms which were probably used for massage therapy.
9.Take a bite of Mughlai Food at Only Restaurant
Located at 45, Taj Road, Only Restaurant is the best place to try Mughlai food in the city. The interiors of the restaurant are pretty appealing with bright tablecloths and bamboo walls. The menu offers Mughlai, Chinese and Continental cuisine. Live music programmes are also held every evening. It is open daily from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. A must go place for foodies!
10.Watch the romantic musical drama ‘Mohabbat-The Taj’
The Sanskritik Natyashala of Kalakriti Conventional Centre organises ‘Mohabbat-The Taj’, a series of musical play that depicts the love story of Shahjahan and Mumtaz. The place can seat up to 585 people and has a 70 mm wide backdrop screen. They have created the world’s largest replica of Taj Mahal in Makrana marble which is carried by a hydraulic lift on the centre of the stage. The regal costume of the artists, the magnificent jewellery and the language of the songs of the play are worth seeing as they take you back to the Mughal era. Daily live shows are held at 6:30 p.m.
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