Category Archives: Agra

Taj Mahal: The Symbol Of Love

Posted on July 2, 2008 by

“… Only let this one teardrop, this Taj Mahal, glisten spotlessly bright on the cheek of time, forever and ever.” Rabindranath Tagore The best time to immerse in the beauty of the Taj Mahal is at dawn. Hand in hand, … Continue reading →

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Journey To Taj Mahal

Posted on July 1, 2008 by

“Did you ever build a castle in the Air? Here is one, brought down to earth and fixed for the wonder of ages“ – American novelist, Bayard Taylor I had always dreamed of standing in front of the Taj Mahal. … Continue reading →

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Fatehpur Sikri

Posted on June 23, 2008 by

Fatehpur Sikri or the City of Victory, is located in Agra. It was founded in 1569 by the Mughal emperor Akbar to honor the Muslim saint Shaikh Salim Chishti, who had foretold the birth of Akbar’s son and heir, Jahangir. … Continue reading →

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Agra Fort

Posted on June 17, 2008 by

Agra Fort is a UNESCO World Heritage site located in Agra, India. It is about 2.5 km northwest of its much more famous sister monument, the Taj Mahal. The fort can be more accurately described as a walled palatial city. … Continue reading →

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