Thursday, 1 March 2012

Let the Romance ooze at Taj Mahal tour packages

Highly praised for its incredible architecture, Taj Mahal is the most admired monument of this enchanting country, India. This grand monument signifies & glorifies human love and affection which has resisted the test of time, and stands in all its dignity of architecture. Taj Mahal History -  The story behind this enchanting attraction says that Shah Jahan, the Mughal Emperor got immensely toughed with the sudden death of his wife, Mumtaz that he decided to built Taj Mahal as a tribute of romance. With a captivating history and endless panorama, Taj Mahal is declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Located at the banks of River Yamuna, Taj Mahal presents the most scenic panorama to the vacationers. Taj Mahal was built by 20,000 trained artisans, working day and night for almost 22 years. Constructed with mesmerizing white marbles & red stones, Taj Mahal presents enchanting interiors that adds extra value to this grand structure. The architecture of Taj Mahal is primarily a Persian style engrafted with an Indian architectural style. This amazing architecture of Taj Mahal has owned it a lot of worldwide recognition. Further, the architecture of Taj Mahal is built according to the verse of Koran.

Travel To Taj Mahal - Additionally, the city is not just about this arresting monument, Taj Mahal but there are several other outstanding attractions to see and explore in Agra. Fatehpur Sikri, a beautiful tomb of a famous Sufi Saint, Salim Chisti was constructed by Sikriwal Rajput Rajas Last Emper or Maharana Sangram Singh in the starting of 1500. The place reminds us of the mosque at Mecca & is visited by the travelers, from all the corners of the world. Further, legends say that the Mughal emperor Akbar had his first successor with the blessings of the Sufi saint, Salim Chisti. Fatehpur Sikri will make you wonder, if you have stepped into the wonderland.

Agra Fort, the renowned World Heritage Site is the next famed monument of the city. Constructed in the year 1565, the monument is built using red sandstones & also served as a fortress under Shah Jahan's rule. Enclosing an area of 2.5 km, Agra Fort housed numerous magnificent sections like as Diwan-e-am, Diwan-e-Khas, Khaas Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, Jehangir Palace, Musamman Burj & Pearl Mosque.  In addition to this, Agra Fort was the site of war during the Indian rebellion of 1857. The war put an end to the British East India Company's rule in the country. The architectural beauty and intricate décor of Agra Fort is worth giving a visit. So, plan your Agra tours and catch some of the captivating wonders of this country. Hope you enjoy your much-needed holiday.  Taj Mahal Tour Packages