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AGRA ( City Of Taj Mahal)
India
The city of Agra is world famous for the Taj Mahal and millions
of tourists from all over the world come here every year to see
the different moods of this magnificent edifice. As Agra was the
seat of the great Mughal rulers for many years, it also has a
number of historical monuments in and around the city, dating
back to the 16th and 17th century. Emperor Akbar
built Fatehpur Sikri, the beautiful city of red sandstone, near
Agra. Agra is also known for its handicraft products.
LOCATION
Agra is located in the state of Uttar Pradesh, in the northern
region of India. It is a part of the great northern plains and
is situated on the west bank of river the Yamuna. Agra is 204 km
south of Delhi. The climate of Agra is extreme and tropical.
Summers are extremely hot and the maximum temperature can be as
high as 45 degree Celsius, while winters are cold and foggy.
Heavy rains and high humidity mark the monsoon season.
HISTORY
Agra has a rich historical background, which is amply
evident from the numerous historical monuments in and around the
city. Though the heritage of Agra city is linked with the Mughal
dynasty, numerous other rulers also contributed to the rich past
of this city. Agra was founded by Sikandar Lodhi (Lodhi dynasty;
Delhi Sultanate) in the 16th century. Babur (founder of the
Mughal dynasty) also stayed for sometime in Agra and introduced
the concept of square Persian-styled gardens here. Emperor Akbar
built the Agra fort; Jahangir beautified it with palaces and
gardens. Shahjahan marked the zenith of Mughal architecture,
when he built the Taj Mahal. The post-Mughal era of Agra saw the
rule of the Jats, Marathas and finally the British taking over
the city.
Tourist Spots : Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Itmad-Ud-Daulah's
Tomb,Jami Masjid , Chini Ka Rauza ,Rambagh,Jahangir
Mahal,Chisti's Tomb
Excursions : Sikandra,Fatehpur Sikari ,Palace of Jodh
Bai,Panch Mahal , The Buland Darwaja ,The House of Birbal ,The
Jamatkhana.
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