In the city of Taj, Agra, you may see the ‘baby taj’ too. The tomb of Itmad-Udaipur -daulah or the ‘baby taj’ in marble reveals extensive use of pietra dura.12345 Travel Adventure India – Agra
It is not just that the amazing city of Agra is dotted with places to see. There are several places around Agra too that you must see. Around Agra is the town of Sikandra. Sikandra’s claim to fame is the tomb of Akbar, the great Mughal emperor. The other place worth seeing once in Agra is the red sandstone city of Akbar, Fatehpur Sikri. The deserted city boasts of historical monuments like the marbletomv of Sheikh Salim Chisti, Buland darwaza, Panch mahal, Diwan-I-Aam, Diwan-I-Khas besides the Palace of Jodha Bai and Birbal Bhawan. The pious amongst you must see Vrindavan, Gokul and Mathura; all of these places are around Agra.
These places are pilgrim centers famous for their association with Lord Krishna. Amongst the must see at these places ahead of Agra are the temples and the structures. They remind you of the legends of the life and times of Lord Krishna. While in a holy place like Vrindavan you must see the renowned Govind Dev Temple, the Ranganathan temple and the ISKCON temple. In Gokul the Chaurasi Khamba (84 pillars) or the Nand Maharaja’s house is worth seeing.
Make your holidays at Agra more enjoyable by seeing these nearby places. These places not only enhance tourism potential in Agra but also are worth seeing holiday spots themselves.
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