| Page Views: 511 Last Visit to Agra: November, 2003 | In the name of love by Crift - last update: Dec 10, 2003 |
For most people, Taj Mahal in Agra symbolizes India. I believe, mistakenly so. Although, a masterpiece of human craftmanship, it doesn't really reflect the Indian culture as I have felt it. Most of the "sights" one sees around Delhi and Agra were built from the Mughals, a muslim dynasty. If I am correct, their achievements were created in a span of less than 2-3 generations.
Most people consider this majestic building a hymn to love, it could also be a hymn to vanity. But then again, which of the great ancient monuments isn't?
My suggestion is to avoid the tourist guides and stay out of the flock. Do your homework beforehand. Everything that is targeted to tourists is so distracting that you are in serious danger of leaving this place with the feeling that you have missed it!
Nevertheless, Agra is also famous for other great monuments and sights which I, unfortunately, missed this time... |
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| Pros: | "Home of Taj and other great monuments" | | Cons: | "Home of Taj, so touristy!" | | In A Nutshell: | "A must for lovers" |
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DidiMurohy Wed Jul 28, 2004 20:06 UTC
India's gov is not money hungry, they are very poor after the british invasions but their economy is getting better, you shouldn't be surprised that it is so expensive. :( They NEED the money. | jadedmuse Tue Mar 30, 2004 14:01 UTC
Fantastic tips, especially about the Shaptabdi Express train. Like your observations about Agra. Photo of you and your "queen" in front of the Taj, classic! | mardaska Thu Dec 11, 2003 13:01 UTC
You are becoming a real VT treasure!! | radz Thu Dec 11, 2003 12:45 UTC
Short&useful tips Manos,:) Ur pages were comming up beautifuly :).. |
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