Agra That Tells History, Shows the Richness of Love
Agra - Famous for Tajmahal
As a rich country, India has a diverse range of interests in every sector. For example, the Travel sector. Recently, the desire to travel the whole world has increased rapidly. With the advanced infrastructure, this industry is boosting the Indian economy. The small travel agencies are getting much profit from this sector. The country has numerous places to visit. You don't need to go to any international countries. Among the best places in India, Agra is one of them.
We all are accustomed to the name of Tajmahal – The place that tells us the history, love, and many things. Not only Tajmahal, but there are also some of the best places to visit in Agra such as Agra Fort, Itmad-Ud-Daula, Panch Mahal, Mehtab Bagh, and so on. The days will be finished but not the places there. Let’s see why Agra is one of the best places in India.
Why Agra is so Famous
Being an ancient city, Agra is famous for its remarkable places. Millions of visitors across the globe come to visit this place every year. Because of the 3 world heritage sites, Agra has an attraction to many tourists. Not only that but the largest footwear industry resides here. Established on the banks of River Yamuna, Agra is a fascinating place to collect past notes. It was one of the most well-known cities in the world in the Mughal era. When you hear the name of Agra, the remarkable places come into our minds. This is why the city is still catching the attention of tourists around the world. Mainly famous for its places, Agra has a great contribution to the rich travel industry in India. Let’s see those places in brief.
1. Tajmahal
This place comes first when we hear the name Agra. We are pretty accustomed to the story of this place. Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan built this beautiful architecture for his beloved wife Mumtaz. Constructed over 20 years of period, this heritage is considered the 7th wonder in the world.
2. Agra Fort
Recognized as the World Heritage site by UNESCO, this is another popular place in Agra. This place is also known as the walled city. It took almost 8 years and 4000 workers to build this beautiful fort.
3. Mehtab Bagh
It was built by Babur around 1500 AD to explore the beauty of the place. This is one of the less explored places in Agra. Rich with fountains, walkways, Mehtab Bagh was constructed in Persian style.
4. Jama Masjid
This is considered one of the largest mosques in the country, Jama Masjid was constructed by Shah Jahan for his beloved daughter, Jahan Ara Begum. Built by red sandstone and white marble, this place is known as the Friday Mosque.
5. Tomb of Akbar
Situated on the outskirt of the city, the Tomb of Akbar is another significant architecture in Agra. It was built by Akbar for his final resting place. This is interesting to know that the place is facing the rising sun.
6. Fatehpur Sikri
Built-in the 16th century, this place is located 40 km away from the city. Fatehpur Sikri was considered the World Heritage site by UNESCO. Its religious richness and architectural design attract many tourists from every part of the world.
7. Wildlife SOS
Wildlife SOS is South Asia's greatest and largest wildlife sanctuary which is an unprofitable organization. Their main purpose is to save the endangered species and give them a safe place. This place can be another attractive destination for you.
Don’t forget to visit these mentioned places. One will come back with the rich cultural significance of Agra.
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