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Wonders of the World and several UNESCO World Heritage Sites know India as their home.
In the land of monuments, temples, forts and palaces, there are no equal attractions. The ancient architectural artistry, detailed workmanship from centuries ago are gems of marvel. While all may not have the spectacular beauty of the world?s favourite love monument, they are nonetheless majestic in their own right. Agra Fort and Taj Mahal- Agra
Spectacular even by the highest standards, these magnificent monuments, especially the Taj Mahal, inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, have humbled many and left even more awe-inspired by their sheer beauty.
The Agra Fort built by the Great Emperor Akbar is located by the west bank of India. The bastioned fortress built out of red sandstone is surrounded by a deep moat, once filled with the waters from Yamuna. The fort complex house several opulent palaces and reception rooms. There is smooth marriage of marbled palaces within the red sandstone fortress and this pleasing blend is certainly a visual treat.
The Taj Mahal, the most famous love monument- a mausoleum for an emperor who loved his wife even beyond death. The marbled building is also one of the first monuments to break away from the traditional red sandstone building material which was favoured by previous Mughal rulers. This symbol of everlasting love is filled with great artistry and ornate details, with lavish interior to mark the great love the emperor had for his late wife. The reason for its birth and its opulence has silenced many in reverence for the ancient attraction.