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 Agra is the major tourist attraction in India due to the world famous Taj Mahal. Taj Mahal is on of the Seven Wonders of the World. Agra's Taj Mahal has a magnetic power to attract the tourists around the world.
Introduction to the city of Agra
Before knowing Taj Mahal it is important to get introduced to the city of Taj Mahal, Agra. Agra the city of mughals is situated at the distance of 260kms from the country's capital- Delhi. The heritage of Agra city is linked with the Mughal dynasty, numerous other rulers also contributed to the rich past of this city. Agra was founded by Sikandar Lodhi (Lodhi dynasty; Delhi Sultanate) in the 16th century. Babur (founder of the Mughal dynasty) also stayed for sometime in Agra and introduced the concept of square Persian-styled gardens here. Emperor Akbar built the Agra fort; Jahangir beautified it with palaces and gardens. Shahjahan marked the zenith of Mughal architecture, when he built the Taj. The post-Mughal era of Agra saw the rule of the Jats, Marathas and finally the British taking over the city. Various historical monuments spread into the city reflects the marks left by the mughal rulers. The jewel of Agra is; Taj Mahal .
Agra's Taj Mahal
None can rival the splendor of Taj Mahal, the pure expression of undying love by emperor Shah Jahan to immortalize his dead empress, Mumtaz Mahal. The satin-smooth marble mausoleum has spun its magic for more than three centuries. Taj Mahal is a source of inspiration for poets and writers to eulogies its pristine beauty. Taj Mahal is a pilgrimage for artisans, poets and writers. To The great Indian poet Tagore Taj was a 'teardrop on the face of humanity'. He has described the beauty of Taj in these words-
Though emeralds, rubies, pearls are all
But as the glitter of a rainbow tricking out empty air
And must pass away,
Yet still one solitary tear
Would hang on the check of time
In the form
Of this white and gleaming
Taj Mahal.
R.N. Tagore
Taj Mahal of Agra is a poem in white marble. The beauty of Taj is a pride for India and a thing of jealousy for the whole world. Taj Mahal is decorated with precious gemstones like emeralds, rubies, and pearls. In fact, the Taj itself is a gemstone that is priceless.
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