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The Yamuna River is one of the most polluted rivers in the world. [77] Agra is the second largest contributor to River Yamuna's pollution, after Delhi. [78] The river's pollution has caused several problems for the Taj Mahal such as 'Attacks by Bugs and their Green Slime', [79] foul stench [80] and corrosion of Taj Mahal's foundation. [80]
Agra Fort: Khas Mahal or the Aramgah or private hall including the golden pavilions on each side. Agra: Agra Agra Fort: Khas Mahal or the Aramgah or private hall including the golden pavilions on each side. N-UP-A1-o Agra Fort: Ladies Bazaar attached to the Nagina Masjid. Agra: Agra Agra Fort: Ladies Bazaar attached to the Nagina Masjid. N-UP-A1-p
The Agra Fort (Qila Agra) is a historical fort in the city of Agra, also known as Agra's Red Fort.Mughal emperor Humayun was crowned at this fort in 1530. It was later renovated by the Mughal emperor Akbar from 1565 and the present-day structure was completed in 1573.
The architecture of Uttar Pradesh demonstrates a diverse and eclectic combination of Buddhist, Hindu, Indo-Islamic, and Indo-European architectural styles.Three of its architectural monuments—the Taj Mahal, the Agra Fort, as well as the township of Fatehpur Sikri founded by the Mughal emperor Akbar—are designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Mausoleum of the Taj Mahal complex at Agra, India. The Taj Mahal represents the finest and most sophisticated example of Indo-Islamic architecture.Its origins lie in the moving circumstances of its commission and the culture and history of an Islamic Mughal empire's rule of large parts of India.
It is regarded as one of the best examples of Mughal architecture and a symbol of Indian history. The Taj Mahal is a major tourist attraction and attracts more than five million visitors a year. In 2007, it was declared a winner of the New 7 Wonders of the World initiative.
The ASI has recognized 264 Monuments of National Importance in Agra circle of Uttar Pradesh. [1] For technical reasons the Agra circle has to be split in two lists. The rest of Agra circle can be found in the list of Agra district.
In terms of evolutionary history, the area is important given the breakup of Gondwana in the early Jurassic period, after which India was an isolated landmass until its collision with the Eurasian Plate. The World Heritage Site comprises 39 individual properties. [40] Hill Forts of Rajasthan: Rajasthan: 2013 247rev; ii, iii (cultural)