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If you want to have a glimpse of Mughal art and architecture then visit Agra, the city of Taj Mahal, where one can find some of the most beautiful sightseeing spots of not only India but also of the world. Agra sightseeing will remain with you forever as one of the most memorable experience of your life.
Agra is one of the prominent cities in India that is known for its beautiful buildings and monuments. Agra which is one of the world heritage sites bears witness to the Mughal sculpture and architecture as this city has some of the excellent specimens of Mughal art.
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In the middleages, Agra first emerged into political limelight during Afghan ruler Sikander Lodhi's reign who made it his capital. But the city came into more prominence during Mughal rule particularly during Akbar, Jahangir, Shah Jehan's rule who adorned the city with beautiful work of art. The city reached its zenith during Shah Jehan's reign who built some of the splendid monuments.Taj Mahal being one of them. During Shah Jahan's reign Agra saw its golden phase.
However this golden era was slowly on the verge of its decline during Aurangzeb's reign.
Agra which is popularly known as the city of Taj has become a favorite destination of the Indians as well as of the foreigners.Large number of people from all over the world come here every year to enjoy the beauty of the sightseeings at Agra. Though the city is famous for Taj, one of the seven wonders of the world, yet there are many other sightseeing places which adds to the beauty of the place. Agra situated besides river Yamuna with its gardens, tombs, palaces, mausoleums has been one of the most famous sightseeing spots of the world.You are sure to miss something in your life unless you visit Agra and watch the Agra sightseeing.
Some of the Agra sightseeing that invite people from all over the world to visit Agra are
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