Visit to Fatehpur Sikri in India

The fact that victory belongs to the most persevering, comes to life when one takes a heritage tour to Fatehpur Sikri. This magnificent fortified ancient city, 40km west of Agra, was the short-lived capital of the Mughal Empire between 1572 and 1585, during the reign of Emperor Akbar. Its well connectivity and accessibility from the city of Agra, Uttar Pradesh, comes as a blessing in disguise and an excellent reason for planning a day trip from Delhi to Fatehpur Sikri. Interiors of Fatehpur Sikri, boast of Masterpieces (fine blend of Persian and Mughal architecture) monuments like “The Buland Darwaza, an enormous gateway with height of 54 meters, built in the year 1575 to celebrate Emperor Akbar's success in conquering Gujarat. Diwan-i-Khas- Hall (Popularly known as the "Ekstambha Prasada”), served as the royal chamber of Emperor Akbar and is decorated with fine sculpture and precious stones. The Panch Mahal, a five storey building which was meant to be the shelter of the royal ladies and mistresses, ranks among the most fascinating buildings in Fatehpur Sikri, offering a panoramic view of the surrounding area. Tomb of Salim Chisti, built, in the name of Sufi saint Shaikh Salim Chisti, who predicted the birth of an heir to the Mughal throne is well known for its delicate carvings. Jama Masjid, remains the largest mosque till date. Presence of such complex monuments and temples, only does pure justice to the name “Fatehpur Sikri”, meaning City of Victory. Book your city tour packages to Fatehpur Sikri now and enjoy a mesmerizing historical journey into the medieval India’s most powerful empire of all times, the Mughal Era.