About Agra
Lying in Uttar Pradesh, a north Indian State, Agra is one of the most renowned cities in the tourist map of India. At distance of 203 km from Delhi, Agra - the home of one of the seven wonders of the world - Taj Mahal has been closely associated to the Mughal Empire, especially Shah Jahan, who played a major role in raising some of the most appealing monuments of the world.
Tourist Attractions in Agra
Taj Mahal : The Taj Mahal is an exquisite and delicate piece of art built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jehan in the 16th century on the bank of the river Yamuna in Agra. Raised in the memory of Queen Mumtaz (beloved wife of Emperor Shahjehan), this monument of love is one of the most visited and photographed monuments in the world. Completed in 1648 C.E at a cost of 32 Million Rupees. Taj Mahal is one of the most expensive monuments of love built by any man on earth till date.
Lying in Uttar Pradesh, a north Indian State, Agra is one of the most renowned cities in the tourist map of India. At distance of 203 km from Delhi, Agra - the home of one of the seven wonders of the world - Taj Mahal has been closely associated to the Mughal Empire, especially Shah Jahan, who played a major role in raising some of the most appealing monuments of the world.
Tourist Attractions in Agra
Taj Mahal : The Taj Mahal is an exquisite and delicate piece of art built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jehan in the 16th century on the bank of the river Yamuna in Agra. Raised in the memory of Queen Mumtaz (beloved wife of Emperor Shahjehan), this monument of love is one of the most visited and photographed monuments in the world. Completed in 1648 C.E at a cost of 32 Million Rupees. Taj Mahal is one of the most expensive monuments of love built by any man on earth till date.
Agra Red Fort : A military establishment built by Akbar in 1565, the red sandstone Agra fort was partially converted into a palace during the reign of Shah Jehan.
Itmad-Ud-Daulah's Tomb : This tomb belongs to the father of Nur Jahan, Ghias-ud-Din Beg. He was the Wajir or the Chief Minister of Emperor Jehangir. The tomb may not be as attractive as the Taj but the inlay designs and carvings are no less in artistry than the Taj.
Itmad-Ud-Daulah's Tomb : This tomb belongs to the father of Nur Jahan, Ghias-ud-Din Beg. He was the Wajir or the Chief Minister of Emperor Jehangir. The tomb may not be as attractive as the Taj but the inlay designs and carvings are no less in artistry than the Taj.
Sikandra : At a distance of four kilometers is the mausoleum of Akbar. Akbar himself started the Construction of this beautiful monument. The Hindu, Christian, Islamic, Buddhist, Jain motifs are blended beautifully in this monument.
Fatehpur Sikri : Just 37 kms from Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, built in the days of Mughal emperor Akbar, is a city predominantly in Red Sandstone. Shortage of water compelled Akbar to abandon the city that he planned and built as the capital and within 20 years of establishment, the capital of Mughals was shifted to Lahore.
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