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Framed with one of the Seven Wonders
of the World- Taj Mahal, Agra is one
of the most popular tourist destinations in India. Located at the banks of
River Yamuna, Agra city is famous for its extraordinary monuments and buildings.
It is a city with rich cultural heritage, historical architecture and religious
attachments. Agra,
a medieval city, was assumed to be built in 1475, had been found its place even
in the epic Mahabharata as Agraban (means paradise). I also ventured for an Agra Tour to witness the grandeur of
the Mughals.
Agra Fort: Also known as Red Fort of Agra it is built in red sandstone
by Akbar. The fort contains palaces both in red sandstone and white marble; the
fort is crescent shaped. The fort originally has 4 gates out of which 2 are
high walled. Jahangir Mahal is the most important and notable building here. Built
as women quarters, it is the only building that has survived. Other buildings
in the fort are Jodha Bai’s palace, Anguri Bagh, Sheesh Mahal and many more.
Taj Mahal: The
most extravagant monument and one of the 7 wonders of the world built as a
token of love. It is built of white marble. Apparently the 4 minarets are built
taking care of the earthquake; they are slightly tilted outwards. The main gate
has Quran inscriptions written over it. The Taj Mahal consists of gardens,
tombs, fountains, mosques and gateways. The glory of the Taj Mahal is best on a full moon night.
Fatehpur Sikri: Is
the home to the birth of Navratnas (9 jewels). The city in red sandstone was
built to celebrate the birth of Salim, Akbar’s son. Designed as per Mughal
architecture, the massive monument is fortified by towers and has 7 gates. Some
of the important buildings in the city are Buland Darwaza, Jama Masjid and Tomb of
Salim Chisti, Panch Mahal and Birbal's House.
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| Buland Darwaza Agra |
Buland Darwaza: Located
in Fatehpur Sikri it is known as gate of magnificence. Built in red sandstone
the gateway stands 40 m high. The gateway features calligraphic inscriptions of
the Quran. The gateway is approached by 42 steps and also serves as an entrance
to Jama Masjid.
Thus with this ended my incredible travel to Agra.
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