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Agra - The city of Mughals
Agra
is the another city comes under golden triangle, after Delhi. The ancient
city is situated on the bank of river Yamuna. Agra is known all over the
world for housing World Heritage Sites like Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. Agra
city is considered hopelessly romantic due to the presence of massive
monument of Taj Mahal. The city of Agra is surrounded by various places of
historical significance. The forts and palaces built in Mughal era speaks
of Mughal grandeur. Apart from the monuments the city is famous for its
variety of cuisines, prominent among them is the Mughlai cuisine. The city
also offers a variety of eating out options, which are available on a
reasonable charge.
The History of Agra
The history of Agra is as variant as the people of the city. The city
become of one of the principal cities of the Mughal Empire during 1526 to
1658. Agra got its best recognition, when the city was under the rule of
great Mughal Emperor Akbar. After the death of Ibrahim Lodi in the war of
Panipat in 1526, emperor Akbar choose Agra as his capital.
Taj Mahotsav
The10 day festival held every year between 18 th - 27 th February. The
festival brings together the finest arts, crafts and culture of the state.
Taj Mahotsav is conducted by the Uttar Pradesh tourism department, in
which the glorious past of the Mughals is recreated by bedecked elephants
and camels, drum beaters, folk artist and master craftsmen. The dance
festival is also organized during the festival, in which the artists
present different kinds of dances. The food festival is another attraction
of Taj Mahotsav.
Attractions in and around Agra
Taj Mahal
The principal landmark of the city is famous for its beautiful look.
Designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1983, the monument is one of
the seven wonders of the world. The mausoleum was built by Mughal emperor
Shah Jahan in the memory of his favourite wife Mumtaz Mahal. It houses the
graves of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal.
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The
dominating structure of Agra city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Made of red sandstone, the fort is also called as the Red Fort of
Agra. Emperor Akabr started the construction work of the fort in 1565,
later on Shah Jahan renovated and converted the fort into a palace.
The famous buildings inside the fort complex are Jehangir's Palace,
Diwan-e-Am and Diwan-e-Khas, Pearl Mosque, Khaas Mahal, Sheesh Mahal
(Mirrored Palace) and Musamman Burj etc.
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