These very beautiful corners are hidden in the historical city of Mughals, Fatehpur Sikri, from the famous Dargah of Mannat to Birbal’s palace. – ..

An unmatched confluence of history and architecture, you will be stunned to see the grandeur of this ancient capital of the Mughals. If you are fond of knowing history closely and seeing the amazing form of Mughal architecture during these holidays, then Fatehpur Sikri can prove to be a perfect destination for you. Located just a short distance from Agra, this historical city built of red sandstone tells the glorious story of the reign of Emperor Akbar. Fatehpur Sikri, included in the UNESCO World Heritage List, is not just an ancient fort, but it also contains within itself a vast sea of ​​architecture, culture and many interesting stories. Every wall, window and huge courtyard here will take you straight to the golden era of the Mughal period, which is visited by millions of tourists every year from India and abroad.

From the holy Dargah of Mannats to the luxurious house of Akbar’s Navratna Birbal, it is very important to see these places. A visit to Fatehpur Sikri is considered incomplete unless you visit the Dargah of Sufi saint Hazrat Sheikh Salim Chishti, the most famous and center of faith here. Even today, people tie a votive thread in this beautiful dargah made of marble and pray for the fulfillment of their wishes. The world famous ‘Buland Darwaza’ standing right in front of the Dargah astonishes the tourists with its vastness and height, which was built by Akbar to commemorate the victory of Gujarat. Along with this, the palace of Akbar’s most intelligent Navaratna Raja Birbal (Birbal’s Palace) is also the main attraction here, whose fine carvings and unique structure reflect the best combination of Mughal and Rajput styles.

The unique structure of Jodha Bai’s palace and Panch Mahal is the best choice for photography and family trips. The palace of Rani Jodha Bai located within the Fatehpur Sikri complex is very grand and huge in terms of architecture, which is a symbol of the union of Hindu and Islamic culture of the time. ‘Panch Mahal’ (Five Storied Palace) located nearby is a five-storey pyramid-like building, which is also called Hawa Mahal. It was erected on pillars specifically to enjoy the cool breeze. This entire place is no less than a treasure trove for photography lovers, where the glow of red stones in the light of the setting sun gives a wonderful and royal look to the photographs. For an enlightening and entertaining trip with family and friends during weekends and holidays, there can be no better option than Fatehpur Sikri.