North India Tourist Destinations
Taj Mahal - Monument of Love
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Feel the vibrations of Agra
Erotically Appealing Agra
Agra is a monumental city that is still remembered for its glorious
Mughal Regime. Akbar the great Mughal Emperor choused Agra as
its capital during 16th and 17th centuries. The city treasures
the finest edifices that epitomize the esteem of Mughal architecture
in its skilled craftsmanship of timeless beauty. Scrupulously
fostered by the sword-wielding hands of the Mughals, Agra is
celestial home to the time-honored epitome of love, the Taj
Mahal, attracting tourists from all across the globe. Over the
years, Agra has achieved the status of the most sought-after
tourist destination of India. Within the range of the city lies
Fatehpur Sikri that implicitly echoes the complete doctrine
and philosophy of a generous Emperor.
Agra City Tour
Agra with its riches of architecture splendor, bazaars and ornaments
is amongst the most outstanding cities of the world. There are
about 1, 20, 000 people dwelling in this city, largely speaking
Hindi, Urdu and English. This Mughal City also offers all kind
of luxury and modern convenience in its luxury 5 star hotels,
shopping malls and plazas. The city is also encompassed with
spacious boulevards and diverse opportunities for entertainment,
trade and education/ arts.
Major Attractions of Agra City
Taj Mahal
The pride of the city, the Taj Mahal set around a Charbagh.
The Taj is a white marvel built in marble that stands as a towering
symbol of love in this world, snared in the churlish currents
of war and hatred. Also known as the 7th wonder of the world,
it's one of the most majestic architectural jewels of India.
Agra Red Fort
It is a colossal fort built in red sandstone by the great Mughal
Emperor Akbar. The fort served as a military setup but later
on some part of the fort was transformed into a palace by Shah
Jahan. The fort enjoys the pleasures of many small palaces,
royal garden and mosques.
Itmad-ud-daulah's Tomb
Constructed by Ghias-ud-din -Beg, the father of Nur Jehan, it
has some most beautiful aesthetic refinery. Its intrinsic portions
are designed and carved with exquisite artistic subtlety.
Excursions from Agra
Fatehpur Sikri
The town lies - 37 km away from Agra, also known as a reverie
city of Akbar. This red-sandstone edifice was built by Akbar
as the new capital of Mughal Empire but due to acute shortage
of water the capital was shifted to Agra and the city was vacated.
The city encompassed some most beautiful monumental structures
and mosque.
Mathura
Located -58 km from Agra, Mathrua makes an excellent excursion
from the city. The city is an important pilgrimage center of
Hindus and also a very place where the legends of Lord Krishna
raised. Mathura is considered as the birthplace of Lord Krishna
a manifest of Lord Vihnu and has tremendous pious beliefs associated
with it.
Sikandra
It's the monolith of Emperor Akbar also built in red stone.
This erotic monument is a congenial amalgam of Hindu, Buddhist,
Islamic, Jain and Christian motifs.
Other Attraction
The Taj Mahotsav
The festival is organized in Shiipgram just a km from Taj. Visitors
from all over the world throngs to the city during Taj Mahotsav
and enjoys it up to the full extent. The main temptation of
the festival is its cultural folk music, classical dance performances
and poetry. Elephant and camel rides are other main source of
attraction arranged in this fun and food festival.
Organized by: UP Tourism Department.
Duration: the festival is held between 18th and 27th
of February for 10days.
Shopping Paradise
Agra is not only a monumental city but it holds lot in its treasures.
The city is famous for the replica models of Taj also made in
white marble, being sold as decorative gift item or as souvenirs.
Visitors coming to Agra will definitely take one along with
him to preserve Taj in their memories. Agra also holds the charm
of shopping in leather bags, embroidery shoes and of course
the Petha (sweetmeat) is a specialty of Agra. The main shopping
hubs are the Taj Complex, Kinari Bazaar, Sanjay Palace and Munro
Road.
Mode of Transport
Air: Agra is on the main tourist route of Delhi/Agra/Khajuraho/Varanasi.
Flights connect Agra to Delhi, Khajuraho and Varanasi.
Rail: Agra lies on the Delhi to Mumbai broad - gauge
railway line. Express trains from Delhi, Mumbai, ta, and Chennai
halt at Agra. Palace on Wheel the most luxurious train also
includes Agra in its itinerary.
Road: Agra is connected to Delhi, Rajasthan and other
cities of Uttar Pradesh by excellent bus services. The travel
inside in side the city the local transport rickshwas, tongas
and tempos are the best means.
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