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Fatehpur Sikri, the city is Agra in Uttar Pradesh is famous for its Architectural importance. The city was constructed by Akbar in the 16th Century AD and is one of the UNESCO World heritage sites in India. We at Touristplacesinindia.com provide you with complete information on all that you want to know about tourist attractions in Fatehpur Sikri.
The architectural excellence that existed during the Mughal Period is reflected in the monuments of the city. Fatehpur Sikri is built of red sandstone and has a blend of Hindu and Jain architectural styles along with Muslim architectural excellence. This majestic for was built by Akbar when he decided to shift his capital to Fatehpur Sikri. However, due to lack of adequate water supply, he had to move his capital to Agra Fort. There are a large number of tourist attractions in Fatehpur Sikri which worth visit for every tourist who come here.
The Fatehpur Sikri has some of the beautiful monuments which attract people from all over the world. These monuments include:
Bulland Darwaza: This is also known as the �Gate of Magnificence� and was built by Akbar in 1602 AD to commemorate the victory of Gujarat.
The Bulland Darwaza forms the main entrance to the Fatehpur Sikri and is considered to be the highest gateway in the world. This gateway is built of red sandstone inlaid with pure white marble. There is a beautiful calligraphic inscription in this gateway which shows Akbar�s religious broad mindedness.
Tomb of Seikh Salim Chisti: It is a marvel tomb inside the Fatehpur Sikri. It is said that Mughal Emperor Akbar had no sons and so he went to Seikh Salim Chisti, whose blessings gave him three sons. As a mark of honor to the saint, Akbar built his tomb inside the city.
Jodha Bai�s Palace: Jodha Bai was the Rajput wife of Akbar and the Palace had been dedicated to her. This palace is the largest and the most important part of the royal harem with several Hindu architectural styles which suggest that the Palace has been occupied by a Hindu lady.
Panch Mahal: Panch Mahal was a pleasure palace and is a wonderful structure consisting of five storey of decreasing size and has 176 carved columns. There is a pavilion in the Panch Mahal which gives a majestic view of the Fort.
Other places around Fatehpur Sikri which one must visit on his tour to Agra include the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Akbar�s tomb at Sikandra.
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