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Taj Mahal in Agra
 A
monument of love. A symbol of eternal love. Taj
Mahal, one of the most fabulous monuments in the world, history
and time. Thronged by visitors year round, Taj Mahal is 200 km from
Delhi. It was built by the fifth Mughal emperor Shahjahan, in memory
of his beloved wife Mumtaz. The monument is a perfect piece of architecture.
It took 22 years, 41 million rupees, 50 kilos of gold and around 20,000
workers to complete this marvel of marble.
Situated by the river Yamuna, Taj Mahal
sits on a high red sandstone terrace, topped by marble terrace.
It is flanked by four minarets. The jewel in-laid cenotaph of the
empress lies within the dome. The entire mausoleum is decorated with
inlaid design of flowers and calligraphy with semi precious stones
like jasper and agate.
One can take a train, either the Shatabdi or Taj Express.
Location: Tajganj, Agra
Timings: 6:00 am to 7:30 pm
Entrance fee: Rs 20/-. Rs 750/- (at sunset or sunrise).
The monument is closed on Fridays.
Agra Fort
 Situated
on the west bank of the Yamuna river and two km from Taj Mahal, the
Agra fort was started by the
Mughal emperor Akbar in 1565. The impressive red sandstone fort extends
for about 2.5 km and is surrounded by a deep moat which was once filled
with water of Yamuna. Though Akbar built it mainly as a military centre,
it was under Shahjahan's rule that the fort became more of a mini
city.
Of the many gates, the only one open to public is the Amar Singh gate,
which leads into the fort. Immediately on the right is the Jahangiri
Mahal. The other impressive monuments within the fort are the Diwan-i-Khas,
where the emperor met the dignitaries, the Diwan-i-Aam, Nagina Masjid
(built by Shahjahan for his harem) and the Moti Masjid. Towards the
northeast of the fort is the Musamman Burj, where Shahjahan was imprisoned
by his son Aurangzeb.
Location: Agra
Mathura (146 km southeast of Delhi)
 Mathura
is the birthplace of the world's popular deity, Lord Krishna. With
a history that traces itself to the beginnings of world trade, Mathura
is one of the most ancient cities of India. It is situated on the
banks of the Yamuna, in Uttar Pradesh, and is one of the most important
pilgrimage centers in India.
Mathura is famous for the Krishnajanmabhumi Mandir, Vishram Ghat
and Sati Burj. It is believed that Lord Krishna rested at Vishram
Ghat after killing the tyrant Kamsa. Evenings at the Vishram Ghat
are generally a very beautiful sight with hundreds of diyas floating
on the river. The Ghats offer very picturesque sights with long
flight of stairs leading to the river's edge. You can find many
pilgrims bathing in the river and from a distance you can see the
temple spires silhouetted against the sky.
Fatehpur Sikri
 Fatehpur
Sikri was built by the Mughal emperor Akbar in 1571 in honour of
the Sufi saint, Sheikh Salim Chisti. It was the Mughal capital for
14 years after which it was abandoned, probably due to the lack
of water. The capital is amazingly beautiful with its palaces and
it reflects the architectural style Akbar patronised.
Even to this day, the entrance to the fort is through the road that
Akbar built. The road leads to the Buland Darwaza, a huge 54 metres
gateway. It later inspired other lofty gates. Today young daredevils
jump from its ruins into the deep tank to earn money from the tourists.
Other inspiring monuments in Fatehpur Sikri are the Hiran Minar,
that Akbar built in memory of his favourite elephant, Tomb of Sheikh
Salim Chishti, Birbal's House and the Diwan-i-Khas.
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