About Agra Fort / Red Fort
The Agra Fort was begun by Akbar between 1565 and 1573. It is situated on the west bank of the Jumna River, about 2km upstream from the Taj Mahal. Akbar built the fort of sandstone; his grandson Shah Jahan, the builder of the Taj Mahal, constructed palaces of white marble within the fort itself. Shah Jahan was imprisoned in Agra Fort following the coup of his son, Aurangzeb, and died here in 1657. Imp places to visit inside are.

The Jahangiri Mahal: This was built by Akbar as the women's quarters and the only building that survives among the original palace buildings. The double storied palace interestingly reflects a strong Hindu influence with protruding balconies and domed chhatries

Khass Mahal: This was built entirely of marble and demonstrates distinctive Islamic-Persian features. This palace was considered to be as Shah Jahan's sleeping quarters. The Mahal provides the most successful example of paintings on a white marble surface. This palace brings the later Mughal architecture to present age.

The Sheesh Mahal: This is a creation of myriad glass pieces and central fountain. It is believed to have been the harem dressing room and its walls are inlaid with tiny mirrors (and thus the name), which are the best specimens of glass mosaic decoration in India.

The Musamman Burj: This is a beautiful octagonal tower with an open pavilion. The inlay work here is exquisite, especially above the pillars. This was where Shah Jahan lay on his deathbed, gazing at the Tajmahal.

Diwan-i- Khaas: This was the hall of private audience. The marble pillars are inlayed with semi-precious stones in beautiful floral patterns

Diwan-i-Aam: This structure has arches, which are covered with white lime polish for a smooth finish, has triple arched royal canopy with lavish pietra dura ornamentation.

Radhaswami Mandir: This is the head quarter of Radhaswami religion, here the holy ashes of the founder of the faith have been preserved. On the sprawing lawns here, is a beautiful marvel temple with beautiful carving of fruits, flowers, leavesand plants which have been reduced into stone true to nature, and are distinctive speciments of the plastic arts. This is under construction for almost 100 years.

MARIYAM'S TOMB: This uniqe tomb in red sandstone was built in 1611 A.D. a memory of Emperor Akbar's Goan christian wife Mariyam. The tomb has some exceptional carvings.
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