Agra, is one of the popular cities in the world which is famous for housing one of the seven wonders of the world – The Taj Mahal. Agra is situated on the banks of one of holy rivers Yamuna which is famous for its great ancient history, mesmerizing monuments and their Mughal architecture, royal gardens, luxurious hotels and resorts, lip-smacking local cuisines and unique flavors, marble articles, handlooms and handicrafts which can only be found in this part of the world. Agra is one of the most visited cities in the world with a tourist footfall of around 7-8 million every year.
Agra Day Tour Packages will give you the perfect glimpse about India’s ancient history and rich culture where you can see the rise and fall of Mughal empire in India along with their finest Mughal architecture which are the perfect example of their art and craftsmen ship. Agra Tour Package will take you back in time when the Mughal empire was emerging as one of the powerful empires in India which can be witnessed through their great architecture and history. In addition to this, you will be amazed to take a short walk inside the narrow alleys of vibrant bazaars selling unique stuff made up of brass and marble and enjoying the flavors of local cuisines while wandering the bazaars.
Agra, is one out of three most popular cities in India which forms the most traveled circuit in India – The Golden Triangle Tour. You will be fascinated by visiting some of the finest Mughal monuments and their architecture which is an amalgamation of Persian and Hindu art. Don’t forget to try world-famous Agra Petha (A sweet dish made up using ash gourd).
Custom Tours India, would like to welcome you in India and take you back to the time when Mughals ruled in Agra and made some greatest monuments which are listed in UNESCO World Heritage Monuments. Below mentioned tourist attractions are must visit while you are in Agra.
Taj Mahal is one of the seven wonders of the world which is situated on the left bank of River Yamuna in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. The Taj Mahal is a Mughal mausoleum which was commissioned by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in the year 1631 and got completed in the year 1648 using finest white marble bought from a small town in Rajasthan (neighbouring state). This mesmerising monument was built by the emperor after the death of his favorite and loving wife, Mumtaz Mahal as her last resting place. The walls of the Taj Mahal are decorated with precious and semi-precious stones inlaid in black marble which adds more beauty to the monument. The monument is surrounded by two similar looking halls, lush green gardens, pathways, water-channels and fountains.