| 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 .
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
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