Guys, the splendour of Agra - the capital of India under the migthy Mughals - still remains undiminished after 500 years. A minor administrative unit saw its transformation to a world renowned city with the coming of Mughals. Centered around the timeless creation, TAJ MAHAL, the city of Agra remains unparalled in history. The epic "Mahabharata" refers to Agra as "Agarbana" a vital part of Braj Bhumi. In recent history, the town, came into its own under the soverignity of Raja Badam Singh. And the spotlight, with the arrival of Sikandra Lodhi, who made it his capital. The golden age of Agra began in 1526 A.D. and the following centuries saw the rise of Mughal monarchy, with emperors Akbar, Jahangir and Shah Jahan, bestowing their time and wealth to transform Agra into to a centre of art culture, learning and commerce.
Guys, no tour in India can be complete without planing a visit to Agra and Jaipur where the palaces and forts of yesteryears witnessed royal processions and splendour and are now living monuments.
Agra an ancient city gained world fame during the Mughal era, specifically in the region of Shah Jahan when he built Taj Mahal in memory of his wife, creating a monument of such incredible elegance that the Taj is considered synonymous with beauty itself. Just look at the slide show of Taj Mahal with its colors.
Tourist Map of Agra: (To Enlarge please click at the center)
City Map of Agra:(To Enlarge please click at the center)
Jaipur, the vibrant capital of Rajasthan, is popularly known as the "Pink City" - a visitor's delight. Jaipur has massive forts, magnificent palaces, exquisite temples and marvelous gardens.
Jaipur Tourist Map :(To Enlarge Please click at the Center)
Jaipur the Pink City:
How to reach at Agra?
By Air:
Agra's Kheria Airport 7 kms from town connects Agra with Delhi, Khajuraho and Varanasi.
By Rail:
Agra is connected by rail with major cities. Agra is linked to Delhi by Shatabdi Express and Taj Express and Intercity Express. Agra city is also visited by the Palace on Wheels.
By Road:
National Highway No. 2, 3 and 11 pass through Agra and link it to all parts of the country. Distance : Delhi 204 kms, Jaipur 237 kms, Khajuraho 395 kms, Lucknow 357 kms, Mathura 54 kms, Gwalior 110 kms, Bharatpur 54 kms, Varanasi 605 kms.
How to reach at Jaipur?
By Air:
Sanganer Domestic Airport is connected by flights from major cities.
By Rail:
There is a special luxury train, the Palace on Wheels, which starts from Delhi every Wednesday from September to April, on a round trip of Rajasthan, the first stop being Jaipur and special trains like the Shatabdi Express and Intercity Express ply regularly.
