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DELHI AGRA TOUR
From the present capital of India to the 17th Century capital of India under the Mughals, this tour cover a lot of places of historical relevance in a very short span of time. The Yamuna river flows through Delhi and Agra, tying the two cities in a common thread.

Red Fort, Delhi, India

Old Delhi
Jama Masjid - It is the largest mosque in India. It was begun in 1644 and completed only in 1658. There are two minarets (40m in height), four angle towers and three gateways.

Rajghat
On the banks of the Yamuna, is the spot where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated following his assassination in 1948.

Tourist Attractions of Delhi
Jantar Mantar - This is an observatory constructed during the rule of Maharaja Jai Singh II (around the year 1725). There is a huge sundial known as the Prince of Dials.

India Gate - This arch of triumph bears the names of several thousands of Indians who lost their lives during WW1.

Rashtrapati Bhavan - Opposite India Gate is the official residence of the President of India. The building exhibits Mughal as well as Western architectural style. Surrounded by huge gardens, this was completed in 1929.

Old Fort - This fort with its massive walls was started by Humayun but was completed around 1540 by Sher Shah (the Afghan ruler who had defeated Humayun).

Qutab Minar - 73m in height, this tower tapers from a diameter of 15m to 2.5m. There are five distinct storeys, each of which has a protruding balcony.

Departure from Delhi by road and arrival in Agra

Tourist Attractions of Agra

Agra Fort - This massive sandstone structure was begun by Emperor Akbar in 1565. Additions were made by his grandson, Shah Jahan. The fort was intended as a military construction. However, during Sha Jahan's reign, part of it was converted into a palace.

Itimad-ud-daulah - This is the tomb of the Persian Mirza Ghiyas Beg, who was the wazir (chief minister) of Jehangir.

Taj Mahal - This monument, dressed in white marble, is the symbol of eternal love. It was built by Shah Jahan and has the tombs of him and his beloved wife, Mumtaz-e-Mahal.

Note : This itinerary can be customised according to your time and requirement .