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Agra is famous as being home to one of the Seven Wonders of the World – TAJ MAHAL. Variously defined as ‘A Materialized Vision of Loveliness’, A Poem in Stone’, A Dream in Marble’, A Noble Tribute to the immortal Tear Drop on the Cheek of Time’, A Monument of Love the ‘A Wonder of the world’, the Taj Mahal is representative of the glorious Mughal Age and is a unique gift of the Medieval period to the people of India.
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Duration: 10 hours
Starts: New Delhi, India
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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Agra is famous as being home to one of the Seven Wonders of the World – TAJ MAHAL. Variously defined as ‘A Materialized Vision of Loveliness’, A Poem in Stone’, A Dream in Marble’, A Noble Tribute to the immortal Tear Drop on the Cheek of Time’, A Monument of Love the ‘A Wonder of the world’, the Taj Mahal is representative of the glorious Mughal Age and is a unique gift of the Medieval period to the people of India.
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Stop At: Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra 282001 India
World Heritage site and perhaps India’s most iconic landmark, the Taj Mahal. Built in the mid-1600s, this white marble mausoleum was commissioned by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in dedication to his wife. Learn about the Turkish, Indian and Persian architectural styles as you admire the detailed interior and exterior décor, the beautiful garden and the general magnificence of the place with your guide.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Agra Fort Rakabgani, Agra 282003 India
Agra Fort, a World Heritage site and Mughal architectural wonder. With your private guide, enter the 94-acre (34-hectare) brick fort, noting the mix of Islamic and Hindu influences in its design. Hear about the purposes of the various buildings such as the Hall of Private Audience (Diwan-i-Khas), Pearl Fort (Moti Masjid), Mirror Palace (Sheesh Mahal) and Hall of Public Audience (Diwan-i-Am).
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah, Yamuna River, Agra 282001 India
Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah, another mausoleum sometimes referred to as the Baby Taj, as it was one inspiration for the Taj Mahal and sits just across the river from it. Learn from your guide about the Persian influences behind the design of the tomb as you admire its stone inlay and trellis work
Duration: 30 minutes
