A tour to Taj Mahal in India
Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World and the Pride of India, is a living monument that silently whispers the love of famous emperor Shah Jahan for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. It is one of the most famous symbols of love that is situated on the bank of river Yamuna in Agra. This monument is made of pure white marble that depicts the verses of Quran (the holy book of Islam) over its gate. Travellers from all parts of the world make their tour to India especially to gasp the astounding view of the alluring Taj Mahal.
A tour to Taj Mahal clarifies the tale of love shared by Shahjahan and Mumtaz Mahal in India. The elaborate design as well as the philosophical ambiance of the monument makes your tour in India unique and memorable. Tour to this beautiful monument in India is one of the most popular travel packages amongst tourists globally. A simple view of Taj Mahal, Agra without any doubt will embrace you enthralled.
Apart from world famous Taj Mahal, there are a number of other places that makes your tour to the city of Taj in India memorable such as:
- DayalBagh: Headquarter of the Radha-Swami religious sect, founded in 1861.
- Agra Fort: UNESCO world heritage site, Agra Fort was built by the Akbar the great. The Pearl Mosque, Moti Masjid, Diwan-i-Khas, Diwan-i-Am and Jahangiri Mahal enhance its beauty.
- Sikandra: Generally known as Tomb of Akbar the Great, Sikandra has a large arched entrance and green lawns.
- Itmad Ud Daulah: The wonderful tomb of Itmad-Ud-Daulah on the left bank of Yamuna River was built by Nur Jahan in memory of her father.
- Buland Darwaja: Also known as the Lofty Gate, it rises to a height of 40 meters (175 feet). It was built in the 16th century by the great Mughal Emperor Akbar as an entry to his newly built city of Fatehpur Sikri.
- Chini Ka Rauja: Made of glazed tiles, it is the tomb of Allama Afzal Jhan Shukhrullah of Shiraz, a well known poet scholar and Prime minister of Shah Jahan.
