Exploring Agra- The city which speaks volume about Mughal Architecture

Agra, a city in Uttar Pradesh in North India is a place which is home to the some of the grandest Mughal architecture which speaks volume of the stature of the Mughal empire during the fag ends of their reign which has seen some of the great structures being built and which has glorified our country since then.

The city has enthralled us all with its majestic structures which have been built by the great Mughal Emperors. Let’s take a look at some of the Places to visit in Agra which will make for a great vacation for your family and friends.

Taj Mahal- One of the seven wonders of the world. It is widely known as the “Symbol of love”. It was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a memorial for his third wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Each person visiting this historic monument is left wonderstruck when they see this wonder both from the inside and the outside.

Agra Fort- Agra Fort is a massive fortification located on the right bank of the river Yamuna in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, and is located just 2.5 kilometres from the world famous Taj Mahal. Encompassing an entire city within its walls, this imposing structure was built in the year 1573 by Mughal supremo Akbar himself. Agra Fort was the main residence of the Mughal up to the year 1638 when the capital was shifted from Agra to New Delhi.

Mehtab Bagh- Located just north to the Taj Mahal and overlooking the Agra Fort and Yamuna river on the opposite side, Mehtab Bagh is a rare retreat of natural bliss and one of the most scenic spots in Agra. Perfectly quadrilateral in shape and colloquially known as the Moonlight garden, the garth is the last one of the eleven similar Mughal- built garden complexes along the Yamuna bank.

Itimad-ud-daula’s Tomb-Often referred to as the "Baby Taj Mahal", the tomb of Itimad-ud-daula is a Mughal mausoleum and is often regarded as a copy of the Taj Mahal. This is the first tomb in India made entirely of marble. It is the tomb of Mir Gheyas Beg, who was a minister in the court of Shah Jahan. Visiting this tomb is like taking a step back in time into Agra's history. 

Apart from the majestic monuments you can also go for local shopping which caters to mostly replicas of the Taj and itineraries related to great monuments built by the great Mughal emperors.

So visit this place and book some of the best Hotels in Agra Near Taj Mahal and visit this amazing city which speaks so much regarding the rich past of the Mughal Empire.

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