subject: Tour Explore Legacy Of Mughal Empire [print this page] Highlights of Agra tour : Highlights of Agra tour : . Agra is situated in Uttar Pradesh (U.P.) neighboring state of Delhi, The city of one of the Seven Wonders of the World "Taj Mahal" built by the emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal - An ethnic symbol of Love, located on the banks of river Yamuna. Agra has two more world heritage sites which is Agra Fort & Fatehpur Sikri apart for Taj Mahal. One more beautiful structure Itmad-Ud-Daullah (often described as the Little Taj or the Baby Taj or the Draft of Taj Mahal) is the other attraction of Agra.
Agra Tour cities details are as per follows:-
Taj Mahal:
An essential feature of all Agra tour packages, Taj Mahal is the quintessential of Mughal architecture. The iconic edifice wonderfully epitomizes courtly love for it was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan to commemorate his wife- Mumtaz Mahal. Considered one of the finest examples of Mughal architecture, Taj Mahal consists of Islamic, Persian and Indian architectural styles for which it applauded by UNESCO and became a World Heritage Site in 1983. Its beauty and magnificence is enhanced further with surrounding lush ornamental gardens and the entire magnificence attained this stunning edifice one of the proud New Seven Wonders of the World. A must visit, Taj Mahal is truly incredible.
Agra Fort :
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, massive Agra Fort is prominent historic monument where great Mughal emperors Humayun, Akbar, Jehangir, Shah Jahan and Aurangzeb lived and governed the Mughal dynasty from. The fort with a semicircular plan has large courtyards, massive bastions, battlements and grand ornamental gates. The fort is embellished with exquisite inlay work and marble floorings typical of Mughal architecture. Various stunning edifices are built within the fort such as Diwan-i-Am, Diwan-i-Khas, Jahangiri Mahal, Moti Masjid, Zenana Mina Bazaar and more.
Fatehpur Sikri :
This is another magnificent fort in Agra which calls on large number of tourists from across the globe. The fort was the capital of Mughal Empire from where the Emperor governs their state. The fort is an example of mesmerizing blend of architectural design, decorations, constructions which fascinates tourists during their visit. There are number of palaces, monuments and gardens inside the fort complex which make the fort beautiful the popular attractions of this fort are
Jama Masjid or the Friday Mosque
Dargah of Sheikh Salim Chisti
Diwan-e-Khas
Diwan-e-Aam
Palace of Jodha Bai
Itmad-ud-daulahs Tomb:
Built in the memory of Mirza Ghiyas; also called baby Taj
Agra Fort:
Huge monument by Emperor Akbar; showcases excellent Mughal architecture in Diwan-i-Aam, Diwan-i-Khas, Musamman Burj, Khas Mahal, Sheesh Mahal and the Anguri Bagh
Jama Masjid:
Wonderful assimilation of Iranian architecture; sandstone domes, rectangular open forecourt and no minarets
Sikandra:
Sandstone and marble tomb of Akbar
Dayal Bagh:
Headquarters of the Radhaswami sect; houses white pietra dura marble inlay temple
Rambagh:
One of the earliest Mughal Gardens in the country
Shopping Places:-
Agra is known as a shopper's paradise Agra is famous for its soft stone inlay work and fabulous marble-made handicrafts.The Mughal were great patrons of arts and crafts. you can also find there some good Zari items for your dear once. this city is also a major center for leather wares.You can buy here some export quality shoes and sandals.Some of the best shopping areas of the city are Sadar Bazaar Raja-ki-Mandi Kinari Bazar and the Taj Mahal Complex. The travel to Agra is, frankly, incomplete without buying a small but beautiful marble replica of Taj. There are some Government approved shops which provide souvenirs and other antiquities at genuine rates.
Place to eating :-
Agra has good restaurants that specialise in Mughlai food and other Indian and international cuisines.There are many expensive restaurants and Cafes as well as multitudes of small cheap & midrange restaurants so you get all varities of food, some of the popular restaurants are Dasaprakash-known for vegetarian South Indian food specialities. Shivakash Restaurants- specialise in Mughlai, Continental, Chinese food. Zorba The Buddha-This restaurants specialising in Western standerds of hygiene and Oriental levels of meditativeness. If some one is non vegetarian then he can enjoy with The baked meat, bread and chicken are the best in the menu. Kababs which are made by baking meat in an earthen oven called tandoor is one of the most delicious things offered in Agra. There are some other restaurants who provides watering recipes prepared with milk sauces, curd, cream and crushed nuts. Agra is also known a heaven for any Chaat lover. Chaat can be of various types but there is one thing common among them all is that they are spicy. A visitor can find crowd outside virtually every chaat stall, especially popular places like Double Phatak (near Sikandra) for Mangores. Some typical chaat items are Bhalla ,Paneer, Tikka , Pani puri or Golguppa etc. But that is not all because this city is famous for the best sweets Petha and Gazak and salty snack Dalmoth. So there are no limit for eating delicious things. Some of the famous restaurants in the Taj Ganj area are-Treat Restaurant, South Gate Taj Mahal, Silk Route Restaurant, Only Restaurant, Kamat Hotel, Journey's place you can visit and enjoy. Agra Tours
