Delhi to Agra: 3-Day Family Getaway
3 cities |
7 attraction(s) |
total distance 232
km
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Day3
Day1: Delhi > New Delhi
3 attraction(s) ·
18 km
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Second-tallest brick minaret in the world, part of the famed Qutb Complex of ancient monuments.
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Lotus Temple, also known as the Bahá'í House of Worship, is located in the southeastern part of Delhi. Its appearance resembles a half-opened lotus flower and is remarkably similar to the Sydney Opera House. The entire temple is made of white marble and consists of three layers of petals, with nine interconnected pools cleverly designed around the base. Completed in 1986, the Lotus Temple is the main temple on the Indian subcontinent. Since its opening in December 1986, it has attracted over 50 million visitors, making it one of the most visited buildings in the world, surpassing the Eiffel Tower and the Taj Mahal.
Inside the Lotus Temple, there are no idols, carvings, or murals, not even a single pillar. The only decoration is smooth white marble benches. This minimalistic design provides a sense of freshness and tranquility, allowing people to reflect and enjoy the rare quietness found here.
Day2: Agra
3 attraction(s) ·
5 km
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The Taj Mahal is one of the most beautiful buildings in the world and is a mausoleum built by Shah Jahan, the fifth emperor of the Mughal dynasty, to commemorate his deceased queen, Mumtaz Mahal. It took 22 years to build, involved thousands of workers, and cost a huge amount of money. The main mausoleum is made of pure white marble and adorned with gemstones from around the world. Upon entering the Taj Mahal, you will first encounter a large Mughal garden with two benches by the water pool, a popular spot for photography. To enter the mausoleum, visitors need to wear shoe covers and climb the steps. Each corner of the mausoleum has a tall tower, used by Muslim worshippers for reciting the Quran and offering prayers. Photography is not allowed inside the main mausoleum. On the east and west sides, there are two mosques, symmetrically positioned for architectural harmony, with the east one being the main mosque. In front of this timeless mausoleum, pilgrims admire the love story of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal and contemplate the passage of time and the essence of life and death.
3
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Agra Fort is a red sandstone fortress that has been used by multiple Indian emperors for over four hundred years. It was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983. The entire fort is made of red sandstone, hence the name Agra Red Fort, and it is comparable to the Red Fort in Delhi. To enter the fort, one must pass through the Amar Singh Gate and walk through the Jahangiri Mahal and Shah Jahani Mahal, where you can admire the transition from red sandstone to white marble and the Khas Mahal, a pure white marble palace built by Shah Jahan. Next to the palace is the Anguri Bagh, a geometrically symmetrical garden, where the octagonal pavilion Musamman Burj once served as Shah Jahan's place of confinement. Continuing along the Anguri Bagh, you will reach the emperor's sleeping quarters, Macchi Bhawan, as well as the Diwan-i-Am, the public audience hall, and the Diwan-i-Khas, the private audience hall. It is recommended to visit in the early morning or evening to avoid crowds and enjoy the sunrise and beautiful light.
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3
The moonlit garden, nestled quietly next to the Yamuna River, becomes a hidden green treasure as night falls near the Taj Mahal. With its privileged location, it offers the best spot to admire the Taj Mahal, away from the crowded crowds, allowing visitors to quietly appreciate this iconic Indian landmark. If you simply want to catch a glimpse of the Taj Mahal from the opposite bank, you can walk along the pathway next to the moonlit garden without needing an entrance ticket.
Day3: Agra
1 attraction(s) ·
0 km
