With the arrival of the Mughals led by Babar in 1526, Agra grew
in prominence as almost all of India came under the rule of
the Mughal empire. The city, however reached its zenith between
1556 & 1658 under the successive rules of Akbar, Shah Jahan
& Jehangir
The Taj Mahal which is essentially one man's monumental
testimony to love, has become synonymous not only with this
city but with India as a whole. Agra is connected with Delhi
by a daily flight. Kheria Airport is located roughly 6 km from
the city center. Agra is connected to Delhi by excellent train
services. Agra is connected to all major Indian cities by excellent
roads. Almost all activity in Agra is concentrated within a
5 km radius of the Taj Mahal. The Taj Mahal is the mausoleum
built by Shah Jahan for his empress Mumtaz Mahal. The construction
is believed to have taken 22 years to complete with over 20,000
craftsman working round the clock. Agra, however has more than
just the Taj to offer. Agra fort on the banks of the river Yamuna
is situated at the center of the town. The other attractions
here include the Diwan-i-Am, Diwan-i-Khaas & Jodhaai's
Palace.
Rambagh - is probably amongst one of the first
Mughal monuments of India. Chini Ka Rauza-Situated
near Rambagh, houses the tomb of a well known poet of the times
Afzal Khan. Sikandra - Situated across the
Yamuna, it houses the tomb of Emperor Akbar. Dayal Bagh
- Is the birthplace of the Radhaswami sect which was
founded by a banker of Agra. Itmad - Ud - Duala - houses a magnificent mausoleum of Ghias Beg, the father of Noor
Jahan. Keetham Lake - is a beautiful spot near
by the Surdas Reserve Forest.
Golden Triangle Tour
Delhi Agra Tour by Car
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