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Agra
A
city
of the
past,
living
for
the
future
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Established
in 1475 by Badal Singh,
Agra finds reference
in the Mahabharata as
Agraban. During Akbar's
period that Agra became
the center of art, culture,
commerce and learning.
This trend reached its
height when Akbar's
grandson Shah Jahan
became the ruler. In
the mid 16th century
and earlier 17th century,
Agra witnessed a frenzied
building activity and
it was during this time
when the symbol of love-
Taj Mahal
was constructed.
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| TajMahal |
The buildings made in this era
followed contemporary Mughal Style.
They reflected their inherent charm
and high quality in the kind of
building material was used in making
them. The Mughal royalty reached
its zenith during this year only.
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| Sikanadara |
The mausoleum of Akbar is situated
just four kms from Agra. Commemorated
by Akbar, this structure has a perfect
blending of Hindu, Christian, Islamic,
Buddhist, Jain motifs.
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| Fatehpur
Sikri |
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Built by Mughal
Emperor Akabr, Fathepur Sikri is just
37 kms from Agra. Built during 1551
and 1585, the city was planned as
Akbar's capital. Made predominantly
of Red Sandstone, the city affords
a wanton yet royal view to the visitor.
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| Mariyum
Tomb |
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Dedicated
to Mughal Emperor Akabr's
wife, Mariyam, this
tomb is made of red
Sandstone. Made in 1611
on the Delhi-Agra highway,
the carving on the tomb
of Mariyam-us-Zamani
are worth appreciating.
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The
city comes alive
with…
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One
of the most
awaited
cultural
festivals
in India
is the Taj
Mahotsav.
The festival
is organized
during February.
This ten-day
extravaganza
is held
in the Shilpgram
close to
the Taj.
Taj Mahotsava
brings the
extensive
arts, crafts
and culture
of India
on display.
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