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 Sprawled over an area of 120.57 sq. kms, founded in 1475 by Badal Singh, Agra is amongst the most remarkable cities of India today. In terms of character it is still connected with its Mughal period led by Babur, who arrived in Agra in 1526. Agra grew in standing as almost all other Indian Cities when it came under the rule of Mughal Empire and reached its peak under the rule of Akbar, Shah Jahan and Jehangir. It was under the rule of Akbar that Agra became a leading centre of art, science, commerce and culture. To visit this marvelous city of India, join us on Tours to Agra.
Ever since one can remember Agra's name has become almost synonymous with India. A trip to India is considered incomplete without visiting the majestic monument that lies in Agra. The Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in the loving memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal built Taj Mahal that today is a major tourist attraction in India. Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, rests proudly in Agra wordlessly narrating a tale of eternal love to all the people visiting it. With carvings that can put the architects to today to shame, this white marble wonder has many tales attached to it regarding its creation. Enjoy a fascinating vacation with Tours to Agra.
Monuments such as Agra Fort, the tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah also popular as Baby Taj as the carvings on this monuments is said to be equivalent and even better than Taj Mahal, the Jahangiri Mahal, the Rambagh and Dayalbagh Gardens and the Chini ka Rauza are the major historic sights that you can see on Tours to Agra.
A little further away from the spectacular city of Agra lies the thrilling city of Fatehpur Sikri that welcomes you with its famous landmarks of the Jama Masjid, Buland Darwaza, Diwan-e-Khas, Diwan-e-Aam and the tomb of Sheikh Salim Chisti. Each historical monument is a legend in itself and seems to narrate the tale of the reign of many Mughal Kings and stands witness to the architectural grandeur of their time.
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