Agra - The Kingdom Of Mughals

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Standing majestically on the banks of Yamuna river and hailed as a major tourist destination because of its many splendid antique structures, Agra is a famous state capital of Lucknow. With Hinduism, Islam, and Jainism religions running integrally in its veins, the state reveals the map of bygone Mughal-era history drawn with the colors of war, rivalry, sovereignty, regality, conspiracy, bloodshed, enthrone & dethrone etc. Agra city is prominently known as Mughal kingdom since the whole of it encases the constructions done by Mughal-era rulers. Built with massive red sandstones on the bank of Yamuna, Agra Fort is a major tourist attraction in Agra. Reckoned as 'Towering Fort', it contains many palaces and mosques build within its womb, namely Moti Masjid (Pearl Mosque), Nagina Masjid (Gem Mosque), Shish Mahal (Mirror Palace), Diwan-I-Khas, Diwan-I-Am and many more. A Persian style tomb, built of glazed tiles, Chini-Ka-Rauza (China Tomb) is another tourist attraction in Agra. Next masterpiece is Akbar's Itimad-ud-Daulah Tomb that is constructed by highly engineered pietra dura (a delicate marble work). Not to stop here, yet, ...
... a must-see architectural wonder on the tourists' list is Jama Masjid, that is built of sandstone and marble, combines the motifs and styles of Hindu, Islamic, Hindu, Buddhist, Jain and Christian architecture.

Not to be taken as just a hub of architectural masterpieces, Agra is a major shopping paradise also. The city has plenitude of places where inhabitants and tourists target at for spilling their moolah, like Sadar Bazaar, south of Taj Gang, Shilpagram, Kinari Bazaar etc. There you can get intricately designed marble items, marvelously woven textiles, rugs, leather items, gemstones, ethnic handicrafts and jewelry. Don't forget to pack Agra's famous delicacy, paetha, the traditional taste of India.

Description of Agra has always fallen insipid without depiction of Taj and Taj Mahal travel. As the world knows, 'Token of Love, Devotion and Romance', the crown of palaces, Taj Mahal is white domed marble mausoleum located in Agra, India. The monument was built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved third wife, Mumtaz Mahal. It is widely recognized as "the jewel of Muslim art in India”. Being the finest example of Mughal architecture, it reflects a style that combines elements from Persian, Turkish and Indian architectural styles. Being one of the universally admired architectural masterpieces of world's heritage, Taj Mahal has always been a matter of acute deliberation among archaeological experts world over.
As the first light of dawn and last light of dusk break upon the dome, it bursts into millions of shimmering flames, which weave the tale of eternal love, and create a brilliant and spectacular sight for eyes. But, its beauty & charm is at its highest, when seen during fog in early morning. Visit Taj Mahal during foggy weather, when mist in air creates an illusionary view of a suspended monument on Yamuna river.

So, now dream a full moon night, hold your beloved's hand and walk down the gardens before Taj as moon and its entourage of stars glimmer your path to Agra tour.

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