Mughal Heritage Walk

Description

The guided walk of Agra is designed in consultation with historians and academicians. Giving a glimpse into the socio-urban culture and the history of the city, this one kilometer-long walk through the lively streets of the village, gives the tourists a chance to see the culture and lifestyle of the people of Agra and experience the historical facets of the city in its famous architecture.

History

Agra, the city of Mughals, long encompasses within its interiors the History of India during the Mughal Era. A fascinating story for the discerning travelers, Agra has many mysteries in its hard as stone fort walls. Famous all over the world for the Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, Agra has more to it than just the Taj. Many stories untold some forgotten, some retained in the villages, forts, architectural delights and by lanes of Agra, the best way to truly unfold the mysteries and stories of the long awaited history of the city is the Mughal Heritage Walk.

Full Address

Nagla Devjit, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282006

 

Type of Place

• Romantic
• Park

Prefered For

• Friends
• Couples
• Family

Transportation

• Indra Gandhi International Airport, Delhi.
• Agra Railway Station.

Important Information

• Guests coming from Delhi can take early morning Taj Express or Shatabdi Express to Agra. Guests coming from Jaipur can take Jaipur-Agra Shatabdi Express.

Attraction

• The Mughal Heritage Walk starts at the Kachchpura village and has three main attractions, They are :- Gyarah Sidi or eleven steps, Humayun Mosque and The Mehtab Bagh (Moonlight Garden)

Things to Buy

• Carpets, Metal wares, Marble, Leather goods.

Things to Eat

• MUGHLAI FOODS {all types of mughlai foods are available}, BEDHAI AND KACHORI {Famous point and area - Panchhi Petha and Baluganj area}, CHAAT {Famous area - Chaat wali gali in sadar bazar}, DAALMOTH {Famous point and area - Panchhi Petha and Baluganj area}, PARANTHAA {Famous point - Rambabu paranthe wale on old Delhi Agra highway}, PETHA {Famous point and area - Panchhi Petha and Baluganj area}.

Things to enjoy

• This walk through the village of Kachchpura gives an insight into the Mughal history and at the same time showcases the lifestyle of the people and their warm hospitality. Along with the view of the Taj in a rustic setting, the village of Kachchipura also offers, clean, comfortable and affordable accommodation to the travelers who really wish to experience the lifestyle of the people in a naturist and rustic setting.