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Agra is located approximately 203 kms from Delhi, on the banks of the Yamuna River in the Uttar Pradesh. It was first mentioned in the epic Mahabharata when it was called Agrabana. Tradition and legend ascribe the present city of Raja Badal Singh (around 1475 A.D.), who’s fort, Badalgarh, stood on or near the site of the present day Agra Fort. Agra was ruled by Sultan Sikander Lodi in the year 1506. After the sultan's death the city passed on to his son Sultan Ibrahim Lodi. He ruled his Sultanate from Agra till he fell fighting to Babur in the First battle of Panipat fought in 1526. |
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Jaipur, capital of Rajasthan is also known as 'Pink City'. The city is surrounded by an ancient 20ft high wall and eight gates. The city is situated 261 kms away from Delhi. Jaipur is the personification of the old order influence the new. An inherent feel for colour and design percolated ever stratum of society, and jewellery, crafts and architecture became objects of delight equally between prince and peasant. Jaipur is also the main tourist and transport hub of Rajasthan tourist circuit. One can venture out to places like Jodhpur, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Udaipur, and Pushkar from Jaipur. Also approachable from Jaipur are many more destinations that are not big cities but destinations are abundant with opportunities to experience quaint charm of vibrant & colourful rural life from the luxury of noble & royal homes. |
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