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Taj Mahal is an astounding marble building, has got the global acclamation of being the most beautiful structure I the world. It is often called as a symbol of love as Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan built this mausoleum in 16th century in the memory of his wife Mumtaj Mahal after her death.A rich Mughal’s history and the precise architectural work behind the making of this wonder attract millions of tourists every year from all over the world. The construction of Taj Mahal was ordered by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1631, took 22 years to complete the memorial by 20,000 workers. Taj Mahal is also the UNESCO world heritage site. Taj Mahal is the principle monuments located on the bank of river Yamuna in Agra. Agra is situated at a distance of 200 km south of New Delhi. Agra is well connected by all the major cities of North India by rail and road network. Agra has the Airport but first commercial flight is yet to take off from Agra but it has got a very good train and road connectivity. Though there are very good road connections to Agra from New Delhi, however travelers prefer to use trains in between these two cities. Two roads heading to Agra from Delhi, one is old highway (210 km) takes 4 hours to complete the journey and second is the new Yamuna Expressway (165 km) takes only two hours both ways. Still, travelling to Agra by train is more comfortable and suitable journey as Shatabdi train is very good option to use for same day trippers from Delhi. Since fast trains and good roads have been introduced to the travelers, Agra has become a destination for one day trippers. Shatabdi train is being used by tourists the most between these two historical cities New Dalhi and Agra. Timing schedules of Shatabdi train is suitable to all who are looking for same day Agra tour from Delhi. Train departs from New Delhi railway station at 06:00 hrs and reaches Agra in two hours while on way back it leaves from Agra at 20:35 hrs that allows travelers to make the most of their visit to Taj Mahal along with other important attractions such as Agra fort and Fatehpur Sikri. These two monuments are also the UNESCO world heritage sites. Shatabdi train has two categories; one is air-conditioned chair car and second is higher, which is executive chair car. Both are excellent classes to enjoy the journey, however executive class has more leg space between seats (2x2) while chair car is 3x2 sitting arrangement. Breakfast is served in the train on going as well as dinner on way back. For the first time travelers, it is very important to learn that Agra is not the last stop of the train as it starts from Delhi and goes up to Bhopal. Agra is the second stop from the New Delhi. First stop is Mathura while second one is Agra cantt Railway station, so get down here for Agra. An organized trip to Agra is recommended. It is always worth hiring an approved guide in Agra who will explain the historical and architectural aspects of monuments like Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri. Intricate carving of precious stones, cutting and inlay work on the best of marble can be seen on wall of Taj Mahal. It shows the legacy of Mughals and their love for art leaves travelers spellbound. Taj Mahal tour by train is the best way to explore the city of Taj ,Agra and the most suitable option to go on same day Agra tour
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