Agra
The beautiful city of Agra boasts of a great cultural and historical heritage. It is one of the most vibrant cities of India. Agra is situated in the state of Uttar Pradesh. It has a longstanding history of power struggle attached to its name. The city of grand monuments and palaces, of princes and paupers; Agra has a lot of visual delicacies to offer to its tourists. It was a power center during the beginning of the Modern Indian period; hence it is a perfect blend of Hindu and Mughal art, architecture and culture.
TAJ MAHAL
An iconic epitome of this kind of architecture is the great Indian monument, the Taj Mahal, which is known all across the world for its timeless beauty. Aptly described as the ‘symbol of love’ the Taj has been attracting tourists from all over the world since a very long time. It is said that every tourist must visit the Taj for an unforgettable experience of the incredible India.
AGRA FORT
Taj Mahal is not a standalone attraction. Agra is also known for another phenomenal example of great Mughal architecture, the Agra Fort, which is a massive red sandstone fort built by Emperor Akbar on the banks of the river Yamuna. It is one of the finest forts in the country. The fort was built primarily as a military structure, but Shah Jahan transformed it into a palace, and later it became his gilded prison for eight years after his son Aurangzeb seized power.
The city of Agra will surprise you with its various hues and colours of culture and tradition. The art of sandstone carving is still practiced here, and now you can purchase these creatively carved pieces of sandstones and adorn your homes with these fantastic chunks, depicting age old patterns and beautiful designs. Now carry a bit of Agra’s history with you, as you leave this place with everlasting memories.
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