Agra, city on the banks of river Yamuna!

A visit to India wouldn't be completed without it. As it is one of the most popular tourist destination of India and most visited destinations of the World Tourism map.

The name city of love came because the world famous Taj Mahal was built on this city. It is also listed in the Seven Wonders of the World and a very wonderful monument of India.

It is consider as the UNESCO World Heritage Sites with two other Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri.

Taj Mahal - Taj Mahal is an ivory-white marble mausoleum proudly stands at the south bank of Yamuna River across the glorious city of Agra. Come to unfold the pages from the past to churn the charm out of its mystique and enrich your imagination about this marvel of an epic in stone, The Taj!

Everyone knows that ‘The Taj’ is one of the 7 Wonders of the World! And also one amongst the UNESCO World Heritage Sites!!

Therefore, ‘The Taj’, surely, deserves your visit once and more!!!

Agra Fort - The Agra Fort is a historical fort present in Agra-India. This fort is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Before the capital was shifted from Agra to Delhi, it was the main residence of the emperors of all the Mughal Dynasty until 1638.

Agra Fort has many secret subterranean apartments and edifices. The entire fort is interconnected through tunnels and underground pathways. One such known tunnel is located near the Water Gate, connecting the fort to the banks of river Yamuna.

Many astonishing Mughal architecture can be witnessed across Agra city and one of the most important amongst them is the Jahangir Palace as it is one of the biggest of all the residential buildings in and around Agra Fort.

Tomb of Akbar- The Great - Akbar’s tomb is the resting place of Akbar, a renowned Mughal Emperor.  This mausoleum was choosen by Akbar himself but unfortunately it could not finish until his time. If you are visiting during monsoon season, you will not be able to spot any animals inside the complex. The tomb also has remains of Akbar’s daughters. Unlike any other Mughal tombs, the tomb is faced towards the east rather than towards Mecca.

Itmad-ud-Daula - This monument is considered as an inspiration to all world wonders, Taj Mahal was also named as 'Baby Taj'. However, the tomb of Itimad-Ud-Daulah has much more of articulate artwork with marble lattice screens and fine carvings. If you are visiting Agra, you have to visit this abating piece of beauty, which stands as the first ever marble monument that glorifies Agra.

Moti Masjid - Moti Masjid is one of the Mosques that was built during the reign of Shah Jahan, and is situated across the premises of the Red Fort, Agra.

Jama Mosque - Jama Masjid, Agra is opposite to Agra fort, it is one of the largest mosques in India. Every Friday, special prayers are conducted at this mosque which is attended by thousands of devotees.

Fatehpur Sikri - Fatehpur Sikri is a small city present at the northern part of India, this magnificent fortified ancient city, at around 40km west of Agra. It was a short-lived capital of the Mughal empire between 1572 and 1585, during the reign of Emperor Akbar.

Akbar built his new capital here, including a stunning mosque, which is still in use, along with three other palaces, each for his favourite wives – one a Hindu, one a Muslim and one a Christian (though Hindu villagers in Sikri dispute these claims). After Jahangir's second birthday, he began the construction of a walled city and imperial palace here. The city came to be known as Fatehpur Sikri, the "City of Victory".

Gurudwara Guru Ka Taal - Guru ka Tal is a historical Sikh pilgrimage place dedicated in the memory of ninth Guru Sri Guru Tegh Bahudar Ji, near Sikandra in Agra.

Panchhi Petha Store - PANCHHI PETHA is a reputed place for delicacies such as petha and namkeen & other delectable mouth watering items, and perhaps the best that has won heart of millions around the globe. When you are in Agra you will encounter every other shop as Panchi Petha. Also beware of other fake shops, that sell Petha for around 250-300 Rs. per KG. The original panchi petha outlet is at Sadar Bazaar, So do not get cheated and try to buy from an authentic outlet only.

Posted Date : 25-Sep-2019