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No doubt Agra is famous for being home to the finest Mughal architectural marvel and the most loved monument, the Taj Mahal but that is not everything to see in this ancient city. It hides some of the most wonderful monuments of Mughal era which are a fine example of its architecture and carvings. These lesser-known monuments, though under the shadow of the fame of Taj Mahal and Agra forts, stands out in tems of architectural heritage and ornamentations. So if you are planning to go to Agra and wants to explore more then just the regular stuff then here is a list of monuments that you must visit! Chausat Khambha A square structure built entirely of white marble, it was initially a hall but was later converted into a mausoleum. This tomb consists of 64 columns which support twenty five bays and each bay is supported by a dome. The dome is not visible externally. Chausat Khambha is one of those marvels which is not noticed much when it comes to mainline tourism but nevertheless it offers you a glimpse into the golden period of Mughal empire. The Red Taj Mahal Built by a wife in loving memory of her husband, this Roman Catholic cemetery is probably the oldest Christian cemetery in Northern India. If Taj Mahal is renowned for the love of a husband for his wife then Red Taj Mahal is known for love of a wife for his husband. It was constructed by by Ann Hessing, wife of the Dutch Soldier after his death in 1803 A.D. Mariam's Tomb Located to the west of Akbar's tomb in Sikandra, it is the resting place of Mariam Zamani, a Rajput princess from Amber and wife of the great Mughal emperor Akbar. An excellent architectural masterpiece, the structure is a perfect blend of Hindu, Christian, Islamic and Buddhist architecture. Originally a Baradari, it was renovated and stylized into a tomb. Red Sandstone facade, panels adorned with geometrical floral patterns and Ornamental octagonal towers are the main features of the structure. You will also see a variety of remarkable floral paintings here. Mehtab Bagh Originally built by Emperor Babur long before the Taj was conceived, Mehtab Bagh or the Moonlit Garden have been reconstructed in the recent years and is one of the best places to view the mausoleum. The gardens of Taj Mahal are perfectly aligned with these lush gardens a is a unique spot with Taj Mahal in the backdrop. So this time take the less traveled road in Agra tour and discover a whole world of finest architectural beauties which are not yet in the limelight but still have a lot to offer when it comes to heritage and ancient history.
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