Travel to Uttar Pradesh

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Ferozabad, a famous place near Agra

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It is situated just 44 kms from Agra. It is an industrial city which is especially famous for its glassware. One can buy products such as glass bangles and chandeliers in abundance.

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Fatehpur Sikri, heritage site near Agra

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Fatehpur Sikri is located at the distance of 40 kms from Agra. This historical monument is having a huge gateway known as Buland Darwaza which has been built by Akbar to celebrate his victory over the rulers of Gujarat. Fatehpur sikri has been built to symbolize the power of Akbar’s empire, to represent the meaning of Allah’s message to mankind and to display the wonders of the Islamic faith. Completed in 1578, Fatehpur Sikri has a grand palace where Akbar’s court functioned for a few years, until the shortage of water caused the city to be abandoned.

Some of the other monuments in fatehpur sikri are Panch mahal, Buland darwaza, a mosque dedicated to Sheikh Salim Chisti, a tomb for Sufi saint in the mosque and the prayer hall for the new religion dinne-i-llahi started by the mughal emperor Akbar.

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Mathura, the Holy Place around Arga

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It is a major pilgrimage site for Hindu’s, Mathura, believed to be the birthplace of Lord Krishna (reincarnation of Vishnu) is another popular destination for excursions from Agra. There are many tourist attractions in Mathura to keep you busy for a day. Initially a Buddhist center, today Mathura is famous as the birthplace of Lord Krishna besides its tourist attractions namely Dwarkadheesh Temple, Potara-Kund, Katra Masjid, Kans Qila, Sati Burj and Vishram Ghat.

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