Agra is a place where you can realize your dream vacation. The city is welcoming our visitors to the open heart. It was once the seat of Mughal kings, which offers the several historic forts & palaces to visit for tourists who come Agra trip from Delhi. Even though the city is known as the city of Taj, but stands as the three world heritage sites of Mughals. The Taj Mahal is an epitome of love, a part of the UNESCO World Seven Heritage Wonders, located here. The Agra trip will ensure it makes your journey more wonderful.
History of Agra
The history of the city is offering the Mughal dynasty, which can be seen with the numerous historical monuments in and around the city. The city was founded in the 16th century by Sikandar Lodhi – Delhi Sultanate. After that, Babur (the promoter of the Mughal dynasty) was coming here for some time and introduced the concept of square Persian-styled gardens. Emperor Akbar was built the Agra Fort and Jahangir decorated it with palaces and gardens. Taj Mahal shows the Mughal architecture, built by ShahJahan.
Attractions to visit here
Taj Mahal: Popular tourism place in India
Taj Mahal in Agra is one of the most sought after tourist attractions. It is a symbol of the dedication of love, built by emperor Shah Jahan for his wife Mumtaz Mahal when she died after giving birth of her fourteenth child. The white beauty marvel represents the grandeur of Mughal architecture. The Taj Mahal is must visit place during a Agra trip from Delhi offered by us. On the moon day the place looks more awesome.
Agra Fort: Show the brilliance of Mughal architecture
After the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort is another famous monument of Mughals amongst all tourist places. The fort was built in red sandstone in the form of semicircular by Emperor Akbar – the great Mughal emperor of India. The construction of the fort is completed between the year 1565 and 1571, which show the blend of the Hindu & Islamic architectural style. Your best trip to the city would be incomplete without visiting this place. Inside this monument you will be seen the beautiful palaces, two mosques and public & private audience halls.
Itmad-ud-Daulah's Tomb: Memorable reliquary
The memorable mausoleum of the Mughal Empress Noor Jahan's father, Mirza Ghiyas Bagh. This is the first tomb of India, built with white marble that shows the Islamic style of architecture. This happens to be the best tourist place in Agra city. The walls of the tomb are decorated with semi-precious stones. There you can also see the mausoleum of the Noor Jahan's mother.
Akbar's Tomb: Popular in Agra
It is a worth visiting place, built by the great Mughal emperor of India, the Akbar in the year 1605-1613. Located at Sikandra, the tomb offers the mixture of some architectural styles and looks different from other old Mughal Buildings. Visit to this monument to add more experience of Mughal history with your best Agra trip from Delhi.
Fatehpur Sikri: First Tomb of India
It was an ancient capital of the Mughal Empire during 1571-1585 and founded by Akbar. Fatehpur Sikri once could have been the city, but now converted into ruins. It is an ideal place for history lovers. The city was home for the birth of navaratnas (9 jewels). The highlight of the city is the tomb of Salim Chishti.
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