Taj Mahal

June 21st, 2010

The Taj Mahal is the most spectacular building built by a man on earth. The Taj Mahal in Agra lures millions of tourist every year the round. The Taj Mahal has simple put Agra on the world tourism map. But apart from Taj Mahal, Agra is bejeweled with a number of marvels that are quite magnificent and enduring just as the Taj Mahal itself. Given below are some of the near by attractions near Taj Mahal that a tourists must visit when on an Agra tours.


Agra Fort
Besides being the city of the Taj, Agra is also famous for the Agra Fort. The fort is located near the Taj Mahal in Agra. The fort was constructed by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in year 1565, and is a must visit place when on an Agra tours. Besides being the city of the Taj, Agra is also famous for the Agra Fort. The fort is located near the Taj Mahal in Agra. The fort was constructed by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in year 1565, and is a must visit place when on an Agra tours. A trip to the Agra Fort during your Agra tour will offer an insight to the grandeur of the Mughals and their architecture.

Akbar’s Tomb
Another famous place to visit on your Taj Mahal tour is the Akbar’s tomb that lies at Sikandra, which is about 4 km from Agra city. Built by Akbar this architectural building is a finest example of different architectural styles and is quite unique from other Mughal buildings.

Fatehpur Sikri
Also located in Agra is the imperial city of the Mughal dynasty- Fatehpur Sikri. Constructed by Mughal emperor Akbar in 1570, this city served as the capital of the Mughals, but due to the shortage of water, Mughal Emperor Akbar had to abandon it. The city is known for the assimilation of Hindu and Islamic architecture with Persian & Hindu elements and is a must see attraction when on a Taj Mahal tour.

Itmad-ud-Daulah Tomb
The tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah built by Mughal Empress Nur Jehan in memory of her father Ghiyasuddin Beg is often regarded as the forerunner of the famed Taj Mahal as is aptly knows as a draft of the Taj Mahal. The tomb can be well compared to the Taj Mahal for its impressive inlay work and pietra dura work and is a must see when on a tour to Taj Mahal.

Vrindavan
Vrindavan near Agra is a scared destination and is honored for its connection with the life of Lord Krishna. The city houses as many as 4,000 temples dedicated to Lord Krishna and Radha and must be visited when on a tour to Taj Mahal.

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The Housing Market In Atlanta, Georgia

April 22nd, 2010

The current housing market in Atlanta, Georgia continues to thrive with no signs of slow down whatsoever. This comes as a surprise especially when the real estate market all over the nation is in the process of recovering from the effects of the global recession. However, homes in Atlanta, GA for sale are still in demand because the cost of living is not inordinately high in the area. The many amenities that the city has to offer plays an important role in why people choose to buy a new home in Atlanta.


The rapidly increasing population of Atlanta speaks volumes for its popularity and the realtors of the region are in fact finding it difficult to supply homes for the multitudes of people keen on moving into Atlanta, Georgia. The real estate value in the local area contributes significantly to its popularity as well. If you compare the statistics you will find that the friendly city of Atlanta ranks 20th in population, while it is in the 50th position as far as the home values are concerned. This provides a tremendous boost as you can hope to make a handsome profit once you decide to move to Atlanta.

One of America’s biggest distribution centers, from air cargo to the railroad service and road way transportation, Atlanta serves as the hub as far as transportation of goods are concerned. The geographical location of the city makes it an excellent choice for commuters and most of them get to enjoy the best of both worlds by residing in Atlanta. All these factors coupled with the beautiful location has succeeded in making the current housing market in Atlanta, Georgia emerge stronger than ever.

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How To Select A Great Home For Your Self And Your Family

April 21st, 2010

Once people start earning a living, it seems one of the most common thoughts to start investing in real estate. This isn’t necessarily correct, but it’s easy to understand where the thoughts are coming from. Some people like to see where their money is going, and they like to put their money on something [...] Continue Reading…

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Basics In Commercial Real Estate

April 19th, 2010

Planning to buy a commercial real estate property? There are a few fundamentals you must be aware of before you seek the leading real estate company in Canada dealing in commercial property. Buying a new ICI real estate is a big decision, and there are lots of things to be done before you sign [...] Continue Reading…

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