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The city of Agra is known for the beautiful Taj Mahal, and there's a lot more to this historic city. The Mughal dynasty ruled from Agra and endowed it with many fine buildings and monuments such as Agra Fort, which contains grand halls and palaces and the tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah, a precursor to the Taj Mahal.
Because of Agra's location in the heart of North India, a trip to Agra can be combined with a tour of many other North Indian destinations. The tomb of Akbar is in Sikandra near Agra, the deserted Mughal city of Fatehpur Sikri and the holy city of Mathura are also nearby. Enjoy travelling back to Mughal times while exploring the attractions of Agra and its surroundings.
Apart from sightseeing there are markets, which offer fine marble ware and various handcrafted artifacts, such as carpets, brassware and leather items, created by traditional craftsmen. A popular souvenir is a small marble replica of the Taj Mahal.
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