Spectacular Taj Mahal and Fatehpur Sikri Tour By India Vacations
The Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and Fatehpur Sikri stand as testament to the Mughal Empire's enduring legacy of architectural brilliance and cultural patronage. Each site offers a unique window into India's rich history and cultural heritage, captivating visitors with its beauty, grandeur, and historical significance. Whether exploring the timeless romance of the Taj Mahal, the imposing fortifications of Agra Fort, or the architectural wonders of Fatehpur Sikri, a journey through these iconic landmarks promises an unforgettable experience steeped in history, culture, and awe-inspiring beauty.
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Spectacular Taj Mahal and Fatehpur Sikri Tour By India Vacations
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Agra
Pickup from hotel in Agra or Agra railway staton.
Taj Mahal
The Taj was built by Shah Jahan as a memorial for his third wife, Mumtaz Mahal, who died giving birth to their 14th child in 1631. The death of Mumtaz left the emperor so heartbroken that his hair is said to have turned grey virtually overnight. Construction of the Taj began the following year; although the main building is thought to have been built in eight years, the whole complex was not completed until 1653. Not long after it was finished, Shah Jahan was overthrown by his son Aurangzeb and imprisoned in Agra Fort, where for the rest of his days he could only gaze out at his creation through a window. Following his death in 1666, Shah Jahan was buried here alongside his beloved Mumtaz.
Agra Fort
Construction along the bank of the Yamuna River was begun by Emperor Akbar in 1565 on the site of an earlier fort. Further additions were made, particularly by his grandson Shah Jahan, using his favourite building material – white marble. The fort was built primarily as a military structure, but Shah Jahan transformed it into a palace, and later it became his gilded prison for eight years after his son Aurangzeb seized power in 1658. The ear-shaped fort’s colossal double walls rise more than 20m and measure 2.5km in circumference. The Yamuna River originally flowed along the straight eastern edge of the fort, and the emperors had their own bathing ghats here. It contains a maze of buildings, forming a city within a city, including vast underground sections, though many of the structures were destroyed over the years by Nadir Shah, the Marathas, the Jats and finally the British, who used the fort as a garrison. Even today, much of the fort is used by the military and is off-limits to the general public.
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- All taxes, and handling charges
- Hotel or railway station pick-up and drop-off
- Transport by private, air-conditioned car
- All sightseeing with private local professional guides
- Gratuities and tipping
- Any breakfast and Lunch
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
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Any hotel in Agra or railway station of Agra
