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Agra, also known as the city of The Taj Mahal, the world's most famous monument of love is a part of the huge state of Uttar Pradesh. It is situated along the banks of the River Yamuna and attracts thousands of tourists every day from all over the world. agra is also famous for its variety of delicious cuisines. Agra,with its lifestyle and its immense wealth of architecture, handicrafts and jewellery, is amongst the most remarkable city of the world. In terms of ambience it is still associated with its Mughal period led by Babur, who arrived in 1526. Agra grew in prominence as almost all of India came under the rule of Mughal empire but agra reached its zenith under the rule of Akbar,Shah Jehan and Jehangir.It was under the rule of Akbar that agra become a leading centre of art, science, commerce and culture.
Agra Location
In the great plains of Uttar Pradesh, in the northern region of India. About 204 kms. from south of Delhi.
Tourist Attractions:
1.Taj Mahal. 2.Agra Fort. 3.Jahangir Palace. 4.Tomb of Itmad-ul-Daulah. 5.Moti Masjid. 6.Jama Masjid. 7.Diwan-I-Aam. 8.Diwan-I-Khas. 9.Khas Mahal. 10.Sheesh Mahal. 11.Nagina Masjid.