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With the arrival of the Mughals led by Babar in 1526, Agra grew in prominence as almost all of India came under the rule of the Mughal empire. The city, however reached its zenith between 1556 & 1658 under the successive rules of Akbar, Shah Jahan & Jehangir. The Taj Mahal which is essentially one man's monumental testimony to love, has become synonymous not only with this city but with India as a whole. Agra is connected with Delhi by a daily flight. Kheria Airport is located roughly 6 km from the city center. Agra is connected to Delhi by excellent train services. Agra is connected to all major Indian cities by excellent roads. Almost all activity in Agra is concentrated within a 5 km radius of the Taj Mahal. The Taj Mahal is the mausoleum built by Shah Jahan for his empress Mumtaz Mahal. The construction is believed to have taken 22 years to complete with over 20,000 craftsman working round the clock. Agra, however has more than just the Taj to offer. Agra fort on the banks of the river Yamuna is situated at the center of the town. The other attractions here include the Diwan-i-Am, Diwan-i-Khaas & Jodhaai's Palace. Rambagh - is probably amongst one of the first Mughal monuments of India. Chini Ka Rauza-Situated near Rambagh, houses the tomb of a well known poet of the times Afzal Khan. Sikandra- Situated across the Yamuna, it houses the tomb of Emperor Akbar. Dayal Bagh - Is the birthplace of the Radhaswami sect which was founded by a banker of Agra. Itmad - Ud - Duala - houses a magnificent mausoleum of Ghias Beg, the father of Noor Jahan.Keetham Lake -is a beautiful spot near by the Surdas Reserve Forest. |
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