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Day 7 : Saturday : Agra - City of Taj Train
Arrives : 10 a.m.Train Departs : 9 p.m. Located on the River Yamuna ,town of Agra first finds mention in the Hindu epic of Mahabharata Capital of the Mighty Mughal empire for nearly 200 years from early 16th century,it was one of the most powerful cities in the world till falling in the hands of Peshwa rulers from Western India On arrival in Agra,visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Agra Fort,originally built in Red Sand Stone by Mughal Emperor Akbar in mid 16th century,but soon converted into a Palace by his Grandson ,Shah Jehan with extensive relaying of marble stone with inlay work Places of interest include,Moti Masjid ,the Hall of Public & Hall of private After lunch in 5 star Hotel proceed to visit perhaps one of the most beautiful buildings in world -The Taj Mahal , one of seven wonders of modern world & also an UNESCO world Heritage site Return to train by 6 p.m. for Dinner & Depart
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