• Taj Mahal - The Taj Mahal a marvel on marble was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in commemoration of his favourite wife, Empress Mumtaz Mahal.

Mumtaz Mahal died in 1631 A.D. at the birth of her 14th child. The grief stricken emperor made all efforts in building the tomb in her memory, which is universally acknowledged as one of the most beautiful creations on earth.

Artisans were requisitioned from all over the empire including Central Asia and Iran. While bricks for the internal framework were locally made. White marble for external surfaces was brought from Makrana, Rajasthan. The inscription on the northern facade records 1057A.H. (1647A.D.) as the date of its completion in 17 years .

After his death in 1666 A.D., Shah Jahan was also buried beside his beloved wife in the Taj Mahal.

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Private tour
• Licensed English-speaking guide
• Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle

• Camera charges at monuments
• Gratuities
• Food and drinks
• Monument Fee

Agra, situated in Uttar Pradesh in northern India, is recognized for housing the renowned Taj Mahal- a part of the seven wonders of the World. This grand mausoleum was constructed for Shah Jahan’s wife, Mumtaz Mahal, during the Mughal period. In addition to this remarkable architectural specimen, don’t miss out on other historic sites such as the well-recognized Agra Fort and Itmad-ud-daulah’s Tomb. The city finds its location alongside the Yamuna river.

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