Agra is a very prosperous destination of India which is noted for its unrivaled architecture marvels. Each building in Agra has a rich recorded history background, related to the Mughals. It is said that Mughals was the richest Emperor of the world. Also renowned as a cultural city of India, the city houses Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Jama Masjid, Fatehpur Sikri, Sikandra and many other worth-visiting primitive attractions. Taj Mahal, an iconic symbol of compassionate and prosperity is a must-see attraction of Agra that was laid out by Shah Jahan, under the rule of Mughals.
Taj Mahal History - An ultimate white marble mausoleum, Taj Mahal is a grand memorial of Mumtaz, Shah Mahal much-loved wife. Built between 1631 and 1648, this incredible monument is the most admired masterpiece of Mughal which affirms to be the “gem” of our country. Perched on the right bank of the Yamuna, this tomb took 22 years with the assist of thousands of globally renowned masons, marble workers, mosaicists and decorators. Ustad Ahmad Lahori is one of the finest architects amongst all. The Taj complex is located on the outskirts of Yamuna River. It comprises floral arabesques, surprising graphic and the calligraphic inscriptions
Agra Fort is another praiseworthy destination of Agra that lies near the gardens of the Taj Mahal. It dates back to the 16th-century Mughal. This red sandstone building offers you a lovely sight of Agra city. The massive 2.5-km-long enclosure wall of this Fort was intended to lay out for security. The Jahangir Palace and the Khas Mahal are the exceptional and complementary palaces of this Fort, established in it. It also boasts of beautiful mosques and audience halls to behold.
Apart from the experiencing of majestic beauty of Agra Fort, Agra tour takes you to the most admired attraction, named as Fatehpur Sikri. Founded by the Emperor Akbar, Fatehpur Sikri was designed during the second half of the 16th century. This destination is dominated by an ancient monuments and temples, all in a homogeneous architectural style. The largest mosque in India, the Jama Masjid is the most alluring site of this destination. Being the most spacious shrine, it gathers approximately 10,000 devotees at a time. Constructed in 1571-72 on the rock surface, Jama Masjid is truly a lovely sight to behold.places to visit in agra
Further, an immersed mausoleum of Akbar, Sikandra is an ideal amalgamation of Hindu, Islamic, Christian, Buddhist and Jain aspects. It presents the ultimate Mughal art and architecture. It is three-storied red sandstone minarets that represent elegant work of marbles on the each corner of the building. Encircled by beautiful gardens, it offers its visitors an aromatic experience of flowerbeds.
Well, Agra tours provide enchanting experience with its massive pre-historic wonders, bustling markets and different flavors of traditional cuisine.
