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The Ganga Ma (Mother Ganga), the sacred river flow
through
this state. The water of Ganga is believed to have a purifying effect
on the soul. India's holiest city Varanasi is on the banks of this sacred
river. It is India's fourth largest state with an area of 2,94,413 sq km
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AGRA
This city is 200 Km away from
Delhi. Agra flourished under the Mughal emperor Akbar (1542-1605)
and his successors, Jahangir and Shah Jahan. The destinations given below provide
an insight into the range of India's culture and history. It encompass some of the country's most spectacular
architecture.
TAJ MAHAL
The Taj Mahal is situated
at Agra, 
about 200 Kms away from Delhi
on the
banks of the river Yamuna. It is at Taj Road, Open from 0800 to 1600,
Tuesday to Sunday. Taj Mahal is the enduring monument of love. It is a mausoleum. Shajahan
build it on the death of his beloved wife Arjumand Bonu Begam (Mumthaz Mahal). The unique beauty
of Taj makes it one of the wonders of the world. It is build with white marble.
It was studded with precious stones. (crystal from China, Lapis Lawzuli from Afghanistan
and Ceylon, Turquoise from Tibet, Gold from Egypt, amethyst from Persia, agate
from Yeman, Malachite from Russia and Diamonds from Golconda, India) . Read More
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