The Taj Mahal is a love story in marble built by Emperor Shah Jahan, as a mausoleum to his wife Mumtaz. Legend has it that the Emperor’s hair turned completely grey overnight when he heard the news of his beloved wife’s demise. As a testament to his love, Shah Jahan began building the Taj Mahal
The Taj Mahal is an engineering marvel built on the banks of River Yamuna. It is a perfect example of the confluence of Persian, Islamic and Hindu styles of architecture. The sheer height of the structure is breathtaking. The Taj Mahal changes colors during the sunrise and sunset. All visiting dignitaries like President Obama, Prince Charles make it a point to visit this glorious marvel.
More than 30 different types of stones, personally selected by the Emperor, were inlaid into the intricate work. 20,000 workers and more than 1000 elephants toiled for 2 decades to erect this master piece – which many claim to be the most beautiful structure in the world! It is one of the Seven Wonders of the World and an UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1983. A trip to India would be incomplete without experiencing this masterpiece
The Taj Mahal is an engineering marvel built on the banks of River Yamuna. It is a perfect example of the confluence of Persian, Islamic and Hindu styles of architecture. The sheer height of the structure is breathtaking. The Taj Mahal changes colors during the sunrise and sunset. All visiting dignitaries like President Obama, Prince Charles make it a point to visit this glorious marvel.
More than 30 different types of stones, personally selected by the Emperor, were inlaid into the intricate work. 20,000 workers and more than 1000 elephants toiled for 2 decades to erect this master piece – which many claim to be the most beautiful structure in the world! It is one of the Seven Wonders of the World and an UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1983. A trip to India would be incomplete without experiencing this masterpiece
Budget: There are many budget options as well as home stays that you can use for a few hours in Agra
MID RANGE: Hotel Crystal Inn, Grand Hotel Agra are some of the mid-range options
LUXURY: The ultimate luxury option would be the Uberoi AmarVilas where every room overlooks the Taj Mahal. They even offer free buggy rides to the Taj
MID RANGE: Hotel Crystal Inn, Grand Hotel Agra are some of the mid-range options
LUXURY: The ultimate luxury option would be the Uberoi AmarVilas where every room overlooks the Taj Mahal. They even offer free buggy rides to the Taj
Attractions
Agra being the capital of the Mughal Empire for many years is a cultural extravaganza having many important landmark structures
Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah - It is a known a Baby Taj Mahal and was built by Jahangir. It is smaller and definitely lesser in scale than the Taj. But it is a good addition to learning more about Agra and the Mughal dynasty
In Agra, you can also visit Fatehpur Sikri , Chinni ki Rauza , Jamma Masjid, Moti Masjid, Agra Fort, Khas Mahal, Panch Mahal, Keetham Lake, Sikandra.
Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah - It is a known a Baby Taj Mahal and was built by Jahangir. It is smaller and definitely lesser in scale than the Taj. But it is a good addition to learning more about Agra and the Mughal dynasty
In Agra, you can also visit Fatehpur Sikri , Chinni ki Rauza , Jamma Masjid, Moti Masjid, Agra Fort, Khas Mahal, Panch Mahal, Keetham Lake, Sikandra.
Cultural Show: Kalakriti is a great show about the history of Taj Mahal. You can enjoy it everyday.
This walk takes you through the old bylanes of Agra making your relive the Mughal times. It gives you a sample of the food, and culture including British settlements. A must do.
Enjoy a 3 hour bath and spa to live the life of a Mughal princess, even if it is for a couple of hours. The spa is done overlooking the Taj at Uberoi Amarvilas. Cost around 13,000 INR.
This walk takes you through the old bylanes of Agra making your relive the Mughal times. It gives you a sample of the food, and culture including British settlements. A must do.
Enjoy a 3 hour bath and spa to live the life of a Mughal princess, even if it is for a couple of hours. The spa is done overlooking the Taj at Uberoi Amarvilas. Cost around 13,000 INR.
