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Agra

A metropolis of Uttar Pradesh state, district, town and tehsil. Wonder of the world Taj Mahal at Agra and is located on the banks of the Yamuna River. Agra 27.18 ° North 78.02 ° East is located on the banks of river Yamuna. The average height of the sea floor, about 171 meters (561 feet) is. Uttar Pradesh is the third-largest city.

History:
Agra is a historical town, which boasts around evidence. Well-known Mughal Agra's history, but it is mainly concerned with the Maharishi Angira were 1,000 years BC. The first mention in the history of Agra is considered the time of the Mahabharata, when it was referred to as Agrban or Agrvn. Ayॅgrh say the name of the city before it was known. Tulmi it was the first known person to be called Agra.

Agra city Sikandar Lodi in the year 1506 AD., Was settled. Agra Mughal Empire's favorite place. Agra was the capital of the Mughal Empire from 1658 to 1526. Mughlkalin buildings still Agra - Taj Mahal, Red Fort, Fatehpur Sikri etc. is due to a well-known tourist destination. All three buildings are included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Site. Babar (the father of the Mughal Empire), the square here (rectangular and square) built gardens.

Scenic Spots:
1. Taj Mahal:
2. Agra Fort:
3. Fatehpur Sikri:
4. Atmaduddula's Tomb:
5. JAMA Masjid:
6. Chini ka Roza:
7. Mehtab Bagh:
8. Owner garden:
9. Mary's Tomb:
10. Paliwal Park (Hivit Park)
Taj Mahal:
Agra Taj Mahal, Shah Jahan's beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal's tomb, is one of the world's most famous buildings. It is one of the world's new 7 wonders of Agra is one of three world cultural heritage. Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri are the other two heritage.

Its construction was completed in 1653. The Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his queen Mumtaz Mahal was built. The white chiseled in marble, it is not only the world of Indian classical masterpiece. Twenty-two years to become fully engaged symmetrical monument (1630-1652), and the tireless work of twenty thousand workers. It is located along the Mughal Char Bagh. Persian architect Ustad Isa Khan was built on the banks of the Yamuna River in the guidelines. Mirage as it can be seen from the Agra Fort where Shah Jahan life in the last eight years, was imprisoned by his son Aurangzeb, when used to see. This is the perfect piece of symmetry, seen from a distance, which appears to float in the air. The main gates are carved with verses from the Quran. On top of that there are twenty-two small domes, which show that the number of years of its construction. Built on a platform of white marble stone crown Lalblua platform is built on. Most beauty of the Taj, the equivalent of a high building is nestled in the Great Dome. It is 60 feet in diameter, 80 feet high. Below this is the tomb of Mumtaz. Is equal to the tomb of Shah Jahan. Gems and precious stones in the inner area of the work. Opening hours: 7:30 am to 6 Sayः (Friday closed)

Agra Fort:
Agra Fort in Agra is another World Heritage Site. Agra is a staple of the building, which is in the heart of the city. It is sometimes called the Red Fort. It was erected in 1565 by Akbar. By Shah Jahan in the revitalization of the fortress was built of red sandstone, the palace and the fortress changed. And a marble carving of Pitro Kmhin dura has been served. The main buildings of Fort Moti Masjid, Diwan-e-Aam, Diwan-i-Khas, Jehangir Mahal, Khas Mahal, Sheesh Mahal and visit Musamman turret.

It was built by Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1565, which by the time of his grandson Shah Jahan, the construction progressed. The fort is prohibited areas, inner hidden paradise. This semi-crescent-shaped fort, which has flattened somewhat in the past, close to the river wall is straight. The entire perimeter is 2.4 kilometers, which is surrounded by double walls with a fortress-like walls. On short breaks in the wall Burjian underlying defense that has become parasols. The wall 9 meters wide and 10 meters deep ditch Oak borders.

Purander treaty in 1666 came to Shivaji. A large statue in his memory has been set. The fort is a living example of Mughal architecture. It looks, from south to north Indian style fortress was isolated. There are several forts in the south, most of which are on the beach. Agra Fort

Fatehpur Sikri:
Mughal Emperor Akbar Fatehpur Sikri rebuilt, and moved his capital there. It is 35 km from Agra. Bnwayin many imposing buildings here. Due to the lack of water, returned back to Agra. Here Buland Darwaza, is a World Heritage Site. Buland Darwaza or lofty gateway 'was built by the Mughal emperor, Buland Darwaza is approached by 52 steps. Buland Darwaza is 53.63 meters high and 35 meters wide. It is composed of red and buff sandstone, decorated by carving and black and white marble. An inscription on the central face of the Buland Darwaza, Akbar's religious broadmindedness shows.

Atmaduddula's Tomb:
Empress Nur Jahan built the mausoleum of Atmaduddula. Her father Gias-ud-Din Begh who were ministers in the court of Jahangir, was erected in memory of. Other tombs of the Mughal period was relatively small, it is often called Srngardan. The garden, Pitro dura mosaic, and many components are similar to the Taj Mahal.

JAMA Masjid:
Jama Masjid is a huge mosque, the Shah Jahan's daughter, is dedicated to Begmh Shahazahdi jahanara. It was built in 1648 and it will structure its minaret and the dome is known for certain.

Chini ka Roza:
Chini ka Roza Minister Shah, Allama Afzal Khan Skrulla Shiraz, dedicated to architectural and Parsi bright blue dome is visible to.

Mehtab Bagh:
India's oldest Mughal garden, Rambagh, was built in 1528 by Mughal Emperor Babur. The park Tajmhhl 2.34 km. Located in the far north.

Owner garden:
Only 13 kilometers from Agra Fort, Sikandra is the tomb of the great Mughal Emperor Akbar. The tomb reflects the completeness of his personality. Beautiful arc-shaped, red sandstone building, this huge tomb is located between lush garden. Akbar himself oversaw outline his tomb and he himself had the choice of location. His tomb to be built in his lifetime was a Turkish custom, the religion followed by the Mughals. Akbar's son Jhaangirh construction of the mausoleum was concluded in 1613.

Mary's Tomb:
Mary's Tomb, the tomb of Begum Akbar's Christian, which is between Agra and Sikandra.

Mehtab Bagh:
Mehtab Bagh, on the other side of the Yamuna opposite the Taj Mahal.



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