Sikandra

THE RESTING PLACE OF THE MUGHAL EMPEROR AKBAR

SIKANDRA

The resting place of the Mughal Emperor Akbar, it lies on the outskirts of Agra city. The emperor had built the tomb and laid out a beautiful garden, in his own lifetime. It represents his philosophy and secular outlook, combining the best of Hindu and Muslim architecture in a superlative fusion. Completed in 1613 A.D., it is one of the well-preserved monuments in the area.

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