Agra is a historical city, located near the capital city of Delhi. It is an ancient city and has been mentioned in the Mahabharata, by the name of Agreva, meaning border of the forest. It is also mentioned by the Persian poets. The climate enjoyed is the semi arid climate. The city is a popular tourist destination with Agra Airport as its main airport. Another airport, by the name of the Agra International Airport is a new construction. Flights to Agra are available from all major airports of the world.
The best known monument of Agra is of course Taj Mahal. It is considered to be one of the Seven Wonders of the World. It is made of white marble with the base of red sandstone. This monument is an epitome of Mughal architecture. The floors and walls are adorned with intriguing calligraphy, mosaic work, with semi precious stone studded all over the structure. This is regarded as a symbol of love, as it was built by Emperor Shah Jahan for his beloved wife, Mumtaj Mahal.
The next significant architectural structure is the Agra fort. It was built by Emperor Akbar and is made of red sandstone. Some of the famous halls or parts of the fort are the Pearl Mosque, the Jahangir's Palace, Diwan-e-aam and Diwanee-e-Khas. The Shish Mahal is a beautiful hall, completely made of glass. The Itmad ud Daulah's tomb was built by Noor Jahan for her father. It is also a beautiful construction of white marble, studded with semi stones.
The Fatehpur Sikri is another important structure, built by Emperor Akbar. It used to be the capital of Mughal rule at his time. It is the birthplace of the navaratnas of Akbar's court. It is a beautifully designed art work with red stones. Akbar's tomb was just made for the emperor. It consists of four white marble chhatris with the mix of red sandstone. The Jama Masjid is the most famous mosque of the city. It was also built by Emperor Shah Jahan with sandstone. There are several Persian inscriptions carved on white marble, which are mostly praises of the emperor and, his favorite daughter, Jahan Ara. Visit the Pearl white Moti Masjid. It was built by Shah Jahan for the purpose of prayer of the court members. The mosque also exhibits beautiful architecture and beauty stamps.
There is no doubt that the cuisine of this city has immense Mughal influence. The Paranthha is the staple food, made flour and fried. It is available in many varieties. The other lunch cuisines available are the creamy curries, roasted meat. The breakfast items are the kachoris, spicy and hot along with the, sweet dish of jalebis. The snacks available here are the kachoris, samosas, gol gappas and bhalla. The bhalla is known as aloo tikkis at other parts of India. Try out the salty snack of dalmoth, made of lentils and the sweet dish of Petha, made of white gourd. Thus, book your any of the Flights to Agra today and know the golden age of India.
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