This document provides information about popular tourist destinations that can be visited on a same day tour from Delhi to Agra. It details the Taj Mahal in Agra, including its history, construction, and timings. It also summarizes Agra Fort and Sikandra Tomb, noting their Mughal origins and architectural features. Additionally, it outlines Baby Taj Mahal and provides contact information for tour packages.
4. About Tajmahal
• A white marble mausoleum Taj Mahal is situated on the southern
bank of Yamuna River in Agra(India).
• Mughal emperor Shah Jahan (reigned 1628–1658) build the tomb
for his favorite wife Mumtaz
• There are around 20,000 artisans under the guidance of a board
of architects led by Ustad Ahmad Lahauri.
5. • Tajmahal is open in full moon day (2 days before and after full
moon)
• Closed on every Friday
• Entrance Tickets - Adult : Foreigners – Rs 750/- Indians – Rs
510/- Children : 3 to 15 years Foreigners – Rs 500/- Indians
– Rs 500/-
• Video cameras / hand bags are not permitted. Only still
camera and binoculars are permitted.
7. About Agra Fort
• Designed and build by Mughal Ruler Akbar (1565 A.D)
• Situated near Banks of Yamuna River.
• It is also know as Red Fort as it is build by red sandstone.
8. • The Red Fort is spread into a radius of 3 kilometers and is
covered by a 70 foot tall wall.
• Visiting Time - All days (sunrise to sunset)
• Entry Fees - 40 per person Domestic/Indian Tourist, 550 per
person Foreign Tourist, No fees for children below 12 years
• Tourists are advised to hire approved guides & photographers
who exhibit their identity cards.
10. About Sikandra Tomb
• Here you will find the Tomb of the great Mughal Emperor.
• The Sikandra Fort is a beautifully engraved Tomb with intricate
detailing.
• It was built in 1605–1613
• It is made of a special red-colored sand stone, and represents
the Emperor's broad and enriched mind.
11. • It is also known as the Mausoleum of Akbar & situated in
Sikandra.
• It shows a perfect examples of the combination of both Hindu
and Muslim Architectures.
• Timings: Sunrise to sunset (open all days)
• Entrance Fee: Rs 5 per head (Indians), Rs 100 (Foreigners)
13. About Baby Taj Mahal
• Also known as Baby Taj
• Is developed in Mughal Period.
• Built between 1622 and 1628,
• It rests on the left bank of the Yamuna river
14. • It is a combination of both the history and the architecture of
the country.
• The architectural work of the tomb is similar to that of Taj
Mahal thats why the tomb is quite often addressed as “Baby Taj
Mahal”
• Timings: 6 am- 5.30 pm
• Entry Fee: Indians - Rs.10 (Adults); Free for children below the
age of 15 Foreigners: Rs.110