Half Day tour of Taj Mahal and Red Fort

Half Day tour of Taj Mahal and Red Fort

This tour covers the essential in Agra on a half day guided tour. Taj Mahal is the wonder of the world that doesn't need any introduction, every part of the building displays the richness of Indian architecture and handicrafts from yesteryear of the Mugha

Itinerary
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Stop At: Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra 282001 India

The foundation for this magnanimous monument was laid in the year 1632 under the orders of Shah Jahan in the fond memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal after her sudden demise. Today it stands as the epitome of love. It is often considered as the best example of Mughal architecture and a symbol of India's rich heritage.
Exhibiting Persian and Mughal designs of architecture, this monument is the outcome of the labor of about 20,000 workers. It took nearly 32 years to complete the monument in its entirety. In 1983, it was named the UNESCO World Heritage Site and attracts nearly millions of people yearly.
The tomb which is the central figure of the Taj area is where the body of Mumtaz Mhal is laid to rest. Just beside her body, the remains of Shah Jahan are laid down. However, he had to face a lot of criticism and was subject to consequences. There were prophecies against him and the whole idea of the Taj Mahal in general.
The Taj is considered one of the most astonishing and lavish man-made monument in the history of human existence because of its huge stature and the perfection that has gone into getting the final outcome. One can witness scriptures carved on the walls of the monument in Urdu. It has minimalistic things carved meticulously on all the pillars.
The path that leads to the tomb is surrounded by pillars and gardens. The garden is another beautiful sight to the eyes. It is called the Charbagh.


Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Agra Fort Rakabgani, Agra 282003 India

Agra red fort has been significant for almost four centuries now, Mughal ruled the glorious year in Indian history from here then followed by British Raj & presently by Indian armed forces. You will be guided across the fort and know about the Mughal administration and get a peek into the Royal family. Pearl mosque is one of the best monuments inside Red fort, unfortunately, the entry to it is restricted as its under Indian army.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Moti Masjid, State Highway 62 Agra Fort, Agra Fort, Rakabganj, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282003, India

Pearl mosque is one of the best monuments inside Red fort, unfortunately, the entry to it is restricted as its under the Indian army.