City
Epaper

Agra's horticulture department organises flower exhibition, attracts many

By ANI | Updated: February 22, 2021 09:30 IST

A two-day flower exhibition was organised in the Taj view garden between the fort on the banks of the river Yamuna and the Taj Mahal in Agra by the horticulture department.

Open in App

A two-day flower exhibition was orgsed in the Taj view garden between the fort on the banks of the river Yamuna and the Taj Mahal in Agra by the horticulture department.

The exhibition, which was held on February 20-21 displayed various kinds of flowers, vegetables and seeds, and attracted a large number of people.

Speaking to , Dr Sanjeev Kumar Verma, Superintendent of, horticulture department, Agra said, "It is a great location for the exhibition as people can enjoy both the Taj Mahal and the flower show. People have finally got a chance to come out of their homes to enjoy the exhibition after such difficult times of COVID-19," Verma said.

Ayush, a visitor, said, "There are a number of flowers, vegetables and seeds which can be bought. It is a great place to spend time with family."

A large number of people turned up at the exhibition to feast their eyes on the amazing floral display.

"The colourful atmosphere combined with the breathtaking view of the Taj Mahal, makes us feel fresh. It is a beautiful place to relax after such a difficult year," said Shikha Joshi, another visitor.

Anju, who bought a huge radish said, "I have never seen such a big radish. I am feeling delighted as this place has such a mesmerising aura. Here, one can spend a wonderful time with family and friends."

The exhibition also had a selfie gate and palanquins which were created with flowers like dahlia, gerbera, marigold, rose, chrysanthemum, orchid, Lilium, petunia, and anthodium.

( With inputs from ANI )

Disclaimer: This post has been auto-published from an agency feed without any modifications to the text and has not been reviewed by an editor

Tags: Shikha Joshi
Open in App

National Realted Stories

NationalIndia's changemakers speak: Padma awardees reflect on recognition and responsibility

NationalBSF arrests 4 B'deshi smugglers along Indo-Bangla border; seizes contraband

NationalRS by-election: BJP's Satyanarayana to be NDA candidate from Andhra Pradesh

NationalGovt targets 100 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047 to boost energy security

National'Insult to Hindu sentiments: Raj BJP chief slams Kharge