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1.Taj Mahal, Agra – Be enthralled by one of the Seven Wonders of the World!
The 42- acre complex and surrounding gardens of the Taj Mahal
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Meet the boss of Indian historical places. Explore the ultimate epitome of love, the Taj Mahal, whose grandeur remains unmatched in history and today this is one of the best weekend getaways from Delhi. This opulent white marble structure was commissioned to be built in 1632 by Shah Jahan for his late wife Mumtaz Mahal. It took around 22 years to complete this magnificent structure that is considered one of the most famous historical places in India.
According to local legend, it was believed that Shah Jahan cut off the hands of all the workers who built the Taj Mahal so that a similar monument could not be built.
Interesting fact: A shopping complex and hotel inspired by the Taj Mahal is being constructed in Dubai and is estimated to be four times larger in size.
Entry fee: Indians- INR 40
Foreigners- INR 1000
No entry for children below 15 years of age
Open from: Sunrise to sunset ( closed on Fridays)
Must see: Nighttime shows of the Taj Mahal
Must Read: This One Video Will Tell You How You’ve Never Truly Seen The Taj Mahal
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- Agra Fort, Uttar Pradesh – A fortress of red sandstone
The rich red sandstone walls of the Agra Fort
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To get a sense of the rich history of the Mughal era, visit the walled palatial Agra Fort, one of the famous places in India that is built entirely of red sandstone. Built in 1565 by Akbar, this historical tourist place in India has two ornately designed gates: the Amar Singh Gate and the Delhi Gate. You can only enter through the Amar Singh Gate to uncover an ancient city filled with gateways, courts, passages, palaces and mosques.
Interesting fact: This fort was included in one of Sherlock Holmes’ cases: the “Sign of the Four” and was also the location for the movie Jodha Akbar.
Entry fee: Indians- INR 40
Foreigners- INR 550
Open from: Sunrise to sunset
Must see: Jahangir Palace, Nagina Masjid, Moti Masjid, Mina Masjid and Zenana Mina Bazaar.
- Red Fort, Delhi – A charming expanse of red
One of the archways of the Red Fort in Delhi
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One of the historical tourist places in India, the Red Fort was constructed over ten years from 1638 to 1648. This fort was constructed when Shah Jahan shifted the capital from Agra to Delhi and it was then known as the Qila-e-Mubarak. This octagonal fort is one of the most famous historical places in north India and is also the site where the President gives his speech on Independence Day.
Interesting fact: The Red fort was actually white as it was made of limestone. The British painted it red when the limestone started chipping off.
Entry fee: Indians- INR 10
Foreigners- INR 250
Open from: 9:30am- 4:30pm daily (Closed on Mondays)
Must see: The Palace of Colors or the ‘Rang Mahal’ where the emperor’s wives, mistresses and maids resided.
- Qutub Minar, Delhi – A towering red sandstone minaret
The tower of the Qutub Minar - one of the best historical places in India
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Regarded as the site of the first Muslim kingdom in northern India, the Qutub Minar is definitely one of the most historical sites in India. It is one of the finest examples of Indo-Muslim architecture with its intricate red sandstone storeys. These are dotted with carvings and verses from the Quran and are mostly in Arabic and Nagari.
Qutub Minar is one of the famous historical places in India and is said to have got its name from Qutb-ud-din Aibak who was the first Muslim ruler of North India. The first mosque in India Quwwat-ul-Islam Masjid is also located at the foot of the Qutub Minar.
Interesting fact: The Qutub Minar complex has an iron pillar that has not rusted even after 2000 years.
Entry fee: Indians- INR 10
Foreigners- INR 250
Open from: 7am- 5pm
Must see: The Decorative Light Show held every evening from 6:30 to 8pm and the Qutub Minar Festival that is held in October/November.
- Humayun’s Tomb, Delhi – Pay a visit to India’s first garden-tomb
Humayun’s Tomb on a cloudy evening with a mirror image in the front lake
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A beautiful synthesis of Indian and Persian architecture, Humayun’s Tomb is one of the most famous and important places in India. Humayun’s wife Hamida Banu Begum commissioned the building of this tomb for her husband in the 15th century. Arched alcoves, beautiful domes, elaborate corridors and kiosks – all make this monument a grandeur of Indian architecture. There is also a barber’s tomb at the southwestern side of the main tomb.
Interesting fact: Humayun’s Tomb was one of the main inspirations for the Taj Mahal.
Entry fee: Indians- INR 40
Foreigners- INR 510
Open from: 7am to 7pm (Closed on Fridays)
Must see:‘The Dormitory of the Mughals’ that has over 100 tomb