Taj Mahal is a unique historic landmark that brings millions of tourists to Agra. This spectacular palace was built in the first half of the 17th century. The Mughal emperor Shah Jahan commissioned it to immortalize his first wife who died while giving birth to their 14th child. The palace with the adjacent park is an incredibly beautiful and large complex. It was built from the most precious sorts of marble, and the most talented masters and painters created the intricate design of the Taj Mahal. A large landscaped park with spectacular fountains and thousands of exotic plants surrounds the palace. There are always many tourists and photographers in the Taj Mahal who always try to take the most attractive pictures of the famous landmark. Besides the internationally famous palace, don’t forget to visit the legendary Agra Fort. This is another important attraction of the Mughal period. The main purpose of the giant architectural complex built from red bricks was to protect the area from alien invasions. The complex was rebuilt and expanded several times over the centuries. Today, almost the entire territory of the Fort of Agra is open for excursions. You can see a picturesque palace that once was an emperor’s residence and visit the emperor’s private rooms and halls that were used to host celebrations and important meetings. There are still an old mosque and merchant areas in the fort. This notable attraction is very big, and so it is better to dedicate
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