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A Sachet Trip - Agra |
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TOUR DETAILS
A Private Tour with personal Non AC Car +
Driver
Delhi - Agra - Delhi: Morning
leave by private car for Agra at around 0700 hrs.
On arrival in Agra around 1100 hrs. Procced for a guided tour of
Taj Mahal, one of the wonders of the World, Majestic Agra Fort
& city. Later return for Delhi.
Agra-The
City of Taj
Agra - The city known for the famous
monument of love - the Taj Mahal. Taj Mahal was constructed by the
Mughal Emperor, Shah Jehan. It is said he built this monument in
the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaj Mahal. The Taj Mahal is
ethereal at any part of the day - blushing in the rosy glow of
dawn or sunset , appearing like a pearly mirage in the moonlight
or reflected in the pools of the garden . Perhaps the most moving
view of the Taj is from an octagonal tower in the Agra Fort
further along the river Yamuna .
There are very few cities in the world that can match the history
and heritage of Agra. Located at a distance of 204 km south of
Delhi, Agra is the single most famous tourist destination of
India. Situated on the west bank of River Yamuna, Agra is a part
of the great Norther Indian plains. The architectural splendor of
the city is reflected in the glorious monuments of medieval India
built by great Mughals who ruled India for more than 300
years.
In the mid 16th century and earlier 17th century Agra witnessed a
frenzied building activity and it was during this time when the
symbol of love Taj Mahal was built. The buildings made during this
era were purely in the contemporary Mughal style and of very high
quality which is still reflected in what ever monuments remain in
Agra.
History
of Agra
Agra, the city of Taj was established in
1475 by Badal Singh. Agra finds mention in the Mahabharata as
Agraban. Agra city in those days was considered to be the sister
city of Mathura which was more prominent than Agraban. Agra came
into its own when the Lodhi Kings chose this place beside the Yamuna
to be their capital city. Sikander Lodhi made Agra his capital but
Babar defeated the Lodhis to capture not only Agra but also laid the
foundation of the Mughal empire.
The coming of Babar heralded a new era which was to see Agra at its
zenith during the reign of Akbar, Jehangir and Shah Jahan. It was
during Akbar's period that Agra became the center of art, culture
and commerce and learning. This trend reached its height when Shah
Jahan became the ruler.
In the mid 16th century and earlier 17th century Agra witnessed a
frenzied building activity and it was during this time when the
symbol of love Taj Mahal was built. The buildings made during this
era were purely in the contemporary Mughal style and of very high
quality which is still reflected in what ever monuments remain in
Agra.The narrow lanes of Agra filled with aroma of Mughlai cuisine,
the craftsman who are busy in crating master pieces with their skill
all remind of the Mughal royalty which this city had once
experienced. Today whatever remains, has become a major tourist
attraction which has taken Agra again to the heights of glory but
this time as a major tourist destination of India.
Shopping in Agra
Agra is not only a famous tourist destination but is a shoppers
paradise too. There are plenty of shopping areas and shopping malls
where one can buy the specialities of the place. Agra is famous for
the Taj Mahal made out of Marble, the markets are bound to have
replica of the Taj in marble being sold as decorative, gift item or
as souvenirs. But the all that looks is not marble. There is one
stone called Talk. This stone is cheap and looks like marble only
difference being that marble is opaque and talk is not. So, while
purchasing any marble item make sure that you are buying the
original thing.
Agra is also famous for the leather items. Agra is the hub of hand
made leather items. Particularly the Agra jail inmates are make
these items which are sold to give them a decent earning. The local
artisans are also good at making leather chappals (sandals), purses,
bags, decorative items and many more such leather product which
instantaneously attracts your attention. In the handicraft craft
emporiums and shops there are sandal and rose wood items even though
there are no rose or sandal wood forest nearby. The shops also have
brass decorative pieces and stone carved images. Agra is also famous
for the Zari and embroidery work, Stone inlay work and
durries.
The main shopping areas in Agra include Taj Mahal complex, Kinari
Bazaar, Raja Mandi, Sadar Bazaar. the Gangotri at Taj Mahal Complex
and the Up Handlooms, UPICA at the Sanjay place are two UP
Government emporiums.
How to get there
Air
Agra is one of the hottest tourist destinations in India and all
facilities have been provided for the easy access to this place. It
has its own airport which connects Agra with all the major places in
India. The Agra airport or the Kheria airport has all the major
domestic airlines having their services to this place of the Taj.
Rail
Agra is a major railway station with almost all the trains to south
India, Mumbai and many trains to Calcutta stopping here. Agra city
is visited by the "Palace on Wheels" .The Rajdhani and
Shatabdi trains have also their stoppage in Agra. The city is well
connected by trains to almost every corner of the nation.
Road
Agra has the National Highway Numbers 2, 3, 11 passing through it.
So the premier tourist destination of India, Agra is also well
linked by bus services to other places in the State as well as
outside the state. The state transports have deluxe as well as
ordinary bus services for the place.There are conducted tours which
take tourist not only to Agra, but the near by tourist spots too.
Near by Cities of Agra
» Delhi: 203 km
» Jaipur: 236 km
» Bharatpur: 60 km
» Mathura: 58 km
» Gwalior: 118 km
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