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The city of Agra is well known for mausoleum Taj Mahal but if you visit Agra City in the State of Uttar Pradesh which is almost 200Km away from Delhi, there are many other attractive places to visit other than Taj Mahal that sings the glory of Mughal architecture and prosperity of their empire.
Agra fort which is located on the bank of Yamuna River and occupied an area of 2.5 acres is a majestic palatial structure whose foundation was laid down by Emperor Akbar the Great. Construction process carried out for two generations and was ultimately completed on 1605 during the time of grandson Shah Jehan.
Fort is surrounded by wall made with red sandstone and inside the wall stood several buildings constructed with interest of son and grandson of Akbar and each having its own importance. There are two entrances namely Delhi Gate and Amar Singh Gate and as of now public are allowed to enter only through the latter one.
Once inside, anyone can sense the magnificent architectural expertise of then Mughal artisans in each paintings, carvings and inscriptions. Some part of the fort is not accessible and are used and protected by Indian Army however, public are allowed to visit southern part of the fort which almost covers the buildings of tourist interest.
Right hand side after the entrance stood the Jehagiri Mahal that usually in-housed the women of the court. Ahead of this lies the stone pool and the resources revealed that this pool used to be flooded with rose petals during the time of Noor Jehan as she loved to take bath with its fragrance. There lies a beautiful garden called Anguri Bagh or the Grape garden with flowing water, flowers and hanging jewels. The building Diwan-I-Am or the hall of public audience was constructed by Shah Jehan to address the general public and nobility. It has the heavily decorated Golden Peacock Throne and emperor used to sit there while hearing his subjects. The building is constructed with red sandstones but is plastered with white shell plaster to resemble white marble.
Next stood the Khas Mahal which has two golden pavilions and was the bedroom of the Princes Jahanara and Roshanara. To the left is Mussaman Burj which is believed to be emperor’s room that faces the Taj Mahal. Internet resources have revealed that Shah Jehan was imprisoned by in that room and he used to gaze to the Taj Mahal thoroughly until his death. Apart from this, there is Shesh Mahal, Mina Masjid and Nagina Masjid (masjid of women of the court).
Other Attractions of Agra visit are Taj Mahal, Akbar's Tomb, Fatehpur Sikri, Chinni- ka-rouza etc.
Hotels in Agra
- Jaypee Palace Hotel
- Taj View Hotel
- The Mughal Shereaton
Sightseeing
Taj-Mahal – The Monument of Love
Taj Mahal is a spectacular historical monument built-up by Mughal emperor Shah Jehan in memory of her beloved wife Arjumand Banu who was later given the name Mumtaz Mahal. Located in the city of Agra in the state of Uttar Pradesh, this monument is considered one of the famous architecture of Mughal Empire and comes under Seven Wonders of the World.
Agra Fort
The city of Agra is well known for mausoleum Taj Mahal but if you visit Agra City in the State of Uttar Pradesh which is almost 200Km away from Delhi, there are many other attractive places to visit other than Taj Mahal that sings the glory of Mughal architecture and prosperity of their empire.
Akbar’s Mausoleum- Sikandra Agra
Akbar, the famous Mughal Emperor started constructing this tomb when he was alive and was later completed by this successor son Jehangir after his demise. This magnificent mausoleum made with artistic blend of varied religion and culture is enough to understand the religion diversity that Akbar loved to live with.
Chinni-ka-rauza
Chinni-ka-rauza is a tomb situated alongside with Itmad-ud-daulah on the bank of Yamuna at a distance of 1 Km towards north. This tomb is dedicated to Allama Afzel Khal Mullah Shukrullah of Shiraz who was a Persian poet and scholar and used to write poetry with pseudonym of 'Allami'. He was also made Prime Minister of the court during the reign of Shah Jehan.
Fatehpur Sikri
Fatehpur Sikri is the majestic city build-up by the Emperor Akbar to commemorate the birth of his Son Salim, later turned to Jehangir. Fatehpur Sikri is located at a distance of 39 Km from Agra and people across the world throng to the place to view the intricate beauty and outstanding architectural proficiency of then Mughal artisans.
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