Thursday, February 19, 2009

India: A Globally Known Tourist Destination Packages


Agra is an old city with rich historical background. It is said that its name was derived from Agrabana. The city is predominantly famous as being home of India’s star attraction – Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. It is one of the most important cities in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. It is undoubtedly the most visited tourist destination in India. Besides being historical city, the city of Agra has also shades of modernity. You will observe wonderful blend of modernity and past. The city is globally known for its magnificent monuments, rich history, superb inlay work, exquisite handcrafts, beautiful carpets, gold thread embroidery, leather items, marble items, etc. There are a lot of tourism options in this pleasant city which are enough to make a globally known tourist destination of India.

The most important attraction of Agra which makes it first tourist destination on the itinerary of most travelers coming to India is, no doubt, Taj Mahal. The pride of India, Taj Mahal is situated on the bank of Yamuna River. Built in white marble this beautiful love monument was built by one of the greatest Mughal Emperors – Shah Jahan in the loving memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal after her death. The symbol of love this white marble magnificent monument has globally identity and deserves the attention of tourists from each corner of the world. Around 20,000 workers worked to complete this wonderful monument. It is one of the seventh wonders of the world. It beauty in moonlit is matchless. Visiting this love monument and exploring its beautiful gardens provide a pleasant experience of India tours and travel. Surly it will be an experience of lifetime.

Red Fort of Agra (Agar Fort) is also famous among tourists from all over the world. This grand monument was built by great Mughal Emperor Akbar. Built in red sandstone the fort houses several beautiful palaces such as Jahangir Palace, Khas Mahal, Diwan-i-Khas, Diwan-i-Am, Sheesh Mahal, Mina Mosque, Moti Masjid, Akbari Mahal, Machchhi Bhawan, Mayura Mandap, Agoori Bagh, etc. Fatehpur Sikri – located at the distance of 40 km from Agra city – is also a major attraction of Agra travel and tours. It was built by Mughal Emperor Akbar as the capital of Mughal Kingdom between 1570 and 1586 in the commemoration of the Sufi Saint Sheikh Salim Chisti. But unfortunately it was abandoned due to the scarcity of water. Don’t miss opportunity to see Fatehpur Sikri on you Agra tours and travel.

Apart form Taj Mahal, Agra Red Fort, and Fatehpur Sikri, there are several other monument attractions in the city of Agra, such as; Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah, Jama Masjid Agra, Sikandra, Chini Ka Rauza, Tomb of Itibar Khan, Tomb of Sadiq Khan, Tomb of Salabat Khan, Ram Bagh, Dayal Bagh, Mehtab Bagh, etc. Truly the city is land of monuments. These monuments of Agra city make the city one of the most famous Cheap Travel to India. The city is also famous for shopping attractions. Exploring shopping areas of the city provides opportunity to purchase exquisite handicrafts, leather items, marble items, and several other souvenirs etc. Thus we see that the Taj city of Agra has a lot of attractions which make it one of the most important tourist destinations of the country. So, don’t miss the opportunity for traveling in Agra city during your India Tours and travel. Exploring this historical city will be surly a pleasant experience that will last forever.

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