Whenever it comes to Agra, the first thing that comes to mind is the Taj Mahal and its petha. Every year tourists from all over the country not only come here to visit the Taj Mahal. Everyone is surprised to see its beauty, and what to say about the petha here. But apart from the Taj Mahal in Agra, there are many other places where you can visit. One can learn about the history of these places here, and overall enjoy your holidays well.
Agra Fort
The distance of Agra Fort from Tajmal is just three kilometers away. This fort has four gates. In this fort you can see the Diwan-i-Aam, from where the programs of the royal families were watched. Here you will get to see very beautiful carvings on the wall. The surrounding views from the roof of the fort are very beautiful. Seeing the Taj Mahal from here also gives a very different feeling. There is also a toran made of white marble, which is very beautiful.
Fatehpur Sikri
You can visit Fatehpur Sikri in a day, and enjoy the views here. This place is made of red sandstone. Also here you get a glimpse of Hindi, Islamic and Jain architecture. From here, the biggest gate of India is the Buland Darwaza in front and there is also Jama Masjid inside. Here you can see the Dargah of Salim Chishti. It is believed that on making a vow at this dargah, it is fulfilled and there is also a custom of tying a thread here.
Salim Chishti’s Tomb
If you have gone to visit the Taj Mahal in Agra, then you are bound to visit the tomb of Salim Chishti. This place attracts all the people. This place is the best example of Mughal architecture in India. This mausoleum is built on a high platform. In such a situation, you have to climb five stairs to go here. This place attracts a lot of tourists coming here.
Panch Mahal
Panch Mahal is a five storeyed building, which is situated at the western end of Fatehpur Sikri. This palace was built for the queens of Akbar. The biggest feature of this building is that it is a fully airy building and the women of the Mughal family used to come here to enjoy the air. Even though it is hot in Agra, but in the summer season it feels quite cold in this palace.
