Agra was originally a part of the Surasena Empire with Mathura as its capital, situated on the banks of river Yamuna between Mathura and Surajpur. It is situated currently in the Indian state of UP (Uttar Pradesh) and it is the third biggest city in Uttar Pradesh. Agra is best known as one of the Seven Wonders of the World - The Taj Mahal. Emperor Shah Jahan built this amazing white marble mausoleum for his favorite queen Mumtaz and it has been declared a “World Heritage Site” by the UNESCO. The Taj Mahal has always reminded varying emotions from wonder to joy and often times, inspired poetic verse. Over the centuries, it has become the symbol of eternal love and unblemished beauty. There are other more places to visit like Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, Itmad-Ud-Daulah’s Tomb, Jama Masjid, Chini ka Rauza, Ram Bagh, Soami Bagh Samadh, Sikandara (Akbar’s Tomb) other then Taj Mahal. The city is also famous for its gold thread embroidery, leather shoes and carpets. Agra is famous for its marble inlay work, leather goods, brasswares, finely worked precious and semi-precious stone jewellery and ornate zari embroidery. You can find all the products, gifts and gift ideas at Allindiagifts.com.
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