Famous Tourist Places in Agra

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Agra is a typical City of India with an array of history and culture. Agra is a popular city and the main reason why we know about the city is because of the rich history (both Mughal and Colonial) attached to it. People from all over the country and the world make their way to Agra just to witness the tremendous richness is the culture. Starting from the Mughals and then continuing to the British rule, Agra has witnessed many types of war, love and peace. The place has a huge significance in history and hence is a major tourist hotspot in India. Historians, travel enthusiasts and otherwise crowd in large number to be a part of history. Apart from all the historical monuments and structure the place is famous for its rich Mughlai cuisine which will surely excite your taste buds because of the authenticity of the spices that are used.

AGRA RED FORT

Agra Fort is a popular destination among the tourist that visits the place. It was built back in the Mughal era by Emperor Akbar in 1565 AD and further additions were made by his own grand son Shah Jahan. The entire architecture of the place is mind blowing and reiterates the fact the people in those days were very intelligent indeed and the engineers and workmen were very skillful. The decors inside the fort are simply beautiful and speak volumes about the tastes and preference of the kings of yester years.

TAJ MAHAL

Apart from the famous Agra Fort, the place is also popular or rather synonymous to the great Taj Mahal. This a symbol of love built by the Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife. The structure evokes a sense of romanticism and is a popular spot for tourists all around the world. Taj Mahal is situated at the banks of the river Yamuna and is one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The structure is a genuine masterpiece, which, has equal symmetry, and is a piece of art that speaks volumes about the artists in those days.
 
Agra is mainly known for the TAj Mahal as this is the monument which is manufactured by the King Sharjahan in the memory of his loving wife Mumtaj. it has been said that this monument once was built the labor hands were chopped right away by the king so that they will not be able to make the similar one again. it is a pride of India as this has been chosen as the 8th wonder of the world. Agra is also known for the language people speak here along with the cooperation they provide to each other. This place has many tourists attraction that are visited by the people around the world.

Agra is considered as one of the best tourist destination in india. Agra is popular for Taj mahal and red fort. fatepur sikri is a place located around 40 kms from agra is a great attraction for tourists. Birbal's palace, panch mahal, the jama masijid, and palace of jodha bhai are located in fatepur sikri.
 
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