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spectacular red sandstone fortress, the Agra Fort in
Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India is a reminder of the might,
power and the inclination for plush existence of the
grand Mughals who ruled supreme in Hindustan for a long
time.
On your tours to the monuments of Agra, India with
About Taj Mahal you must ensure that your tour includes
a trip to the gigantic Agra Fort that seems to be built
in the style of the Red Fort located in Delhi, India.
The colossal red sandstone Agra Fort encloses a tiny
city within its 69 feet high double walls. You enter
the Agra Fort by the massive 'Amar Singh Gate' though
it wasn't the main gate during the hey days of the Mughals.
The main gate was the 'Delhi Gate' that is decorated
with exquisite marble inlay work and which leads to
the 'Hathi Pol' or the elephant gate that brings you
to the "Diwan-I-aam' or the hall of audiences.
Some of the spectacular buildings in red sandstone
and pure marble located within the Agra Fort in Agra,
India that merit a special mention are: the Jehangiri
Mahal, Mussaman Burj, Khas Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, Diwani-e-Khas,
Hammam-I-Shahi, Macchi Bhawan, Moti Masjid and the
Nagina Masjid.
Located at a distance of 2-kilometers northwest of
the Taj Mahal the lovely Agra Fort is situated on the
banks of the River Yamuna and has a 2 ½ kilometer
wall that runs along the perimeter of this massive sandstone
structure.
The Mina Bazaar located near the Nagina Masjid was
a special shopping center for the ladies of the royal
household who could pick up exotic perfumes and jewelry
at this tiny market.
So come and admire the stunning Agra Fort in Agra,
India with About Taj Mahal on your tours to the monuments
near the Taj Mahal.
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to the Agra Fort located in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India.
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