Agra is one of the most sought after Holiday destinations in India. One of the 7 wonders of the world, The Taj Mahal , is located here. Taj Mahal was also voted as the best of the 7 wonders recently. Millions of tourists, both from India and abroad, visit Agra every year. There are many tourist operators offering Agra holiday packages. Most of the time the itinerary is prescribed by them and sometimes even you do get to customize your own itinerary. The Agra packages all come with a wholesome tour of the city and its neighboring attractions.

Taj Mahal :

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An essential feature of all Agra tour packages, Taj Mahal is the quintessential of Mughal architecture. The iconic edifice wonderfully epitomizes courtly love for it was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan to commemorate his wife- Mumtaz Mahal. Considered one of the finest examples of Mughal architecture, Taj Mahal consists of Islamic, Persian and Indian architectural styles for which it applauded by UNESCO and became a World Heritage Site in 1983. Its beauty and magnificence is enhanced further with surrounding lush ornamental gardens and the entire magnificence attained this stunning edifice one of the proud New Seven Wonders of the World. A must visit, Taj Mahal is truly incredible.

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A UNESCO World Heritage Site, massive Agra Fort is prominent historic monument where great Mughal emperors Humayun, Akbar, Jehangir, Shah Jahan and Aurangzeb lived and governed the Mughal dynasty from. The fort with a semicircular plan has large courtyards, massive bastions, battlements and grand ornamental gates. The fort is embellished with exquisite inlay work and marble floorings typical of Mughal architecture. Various stunning edifices are built within the fort such as Diwan-i-Am, Diwan-i-Khas, Jahangiri Mahal, Moti Masjid, Zenana Mina Bazaar and more.

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Situated 40 kms west of Agra, Fatehpur Sikri is the erstwhile short-lived capital of Mughal Empire. The historical city was constructed in 1570 by Mughal Emperor Akbar and was abandoned only after 14 years. Today the surviving palace and mosque are great crowd puller and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The site has a synthesis of various schools of architecture on display. Influences of Hindu, Jain and Islamic architectural styles can easily spot in various important buildings of the fort mainly built of red sandstone. Buland Darwaza, Diwan-i-Am, Diwan-i-Khas, Tomb of Salim Chisti and more are main tourist attractions in the region.

Agra is known as a shopper's paradise Agra is famous for its soft stone inlay work and fabulous marble-made handicrafts.The Mughal were great patrons of arts and crafts. you can also find there some good Zari items for your dear once. this city is also a major center for leather wares.You can buy here some export quality shoes and sandals.Some of the best shopping areas of the city are Sadar Bazaar Raja-ki-Mandi Kinari Bazar and the Taj Mahal Complex. The travel to Agra is, frankly, incomplete without buying a small but beautiful marble replica of Taj. There are some Government approved shops which provide souvenirs and other antiquities at genuine rates. 

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