Fatehpur Sikri-Uttar Pradesh

 The District Fatehpur is lying in between two big holy rivers of India Ganga and Yamuna.

Here, a rich period of Mughal history comes alive through the ornate mix of marble and sandstone.Like the Agra Fort, this city is a fortress containing a series of royal palaces, harem, courts and the sprawling Jama Masjid mosque. There is reference about Asani and Bhitaura, nearby places to this city, in Lord Cunnigham’s writings when he discusses about the remnants of  Vedic times. Proofs of Chinese traveller Huen Tsang having visited Asani has also been found there.

 A number of archaeological findings from around 800 BC, Gupta Period, Kushana period and Maurya period have been unearthed all over the district of Fatehpur, which makes this region a place of great interest to tourists.

Cuisines of Fatehpur-
Fatehpur is very similar as those of any north Indian recipe preparation. Wheat being the staple food in Fatehpur hot and tasty chapatis for a main dish in Fatehpur locals meals. But, this City of Victory is also important to foodies, with Agra and Fatehpur Sikri one of the best places in the country and try the best of Mughlai Food, there’s plenty of places in Fatehpur Sikri that offers the best of Mughlai Cuisine.

So, here’s a list of the best among the best in Fatehpur Sikri to quench your Mughlai cravings.

1. Mughal Garden

2. Sher-e-Punjab Hotel and Restaurant

3. Lake View Restaurant

4. Jodha Restaurant

5. Joshi Restaurant

Beyond the beauty of Agra’s Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri is another feather on the cap of the Mughal Emperors. Once considered to be the capital of the Mughal Empire, this medieval city holds a special place in the history of the Mughals. Let's witness the beauty of this city-

1) Jama Masjid

Jama Masjid is considered as one of the country’s largest mosque which was recognised as a world heritage site by UNESCO in 1986. The interior of the mosque is decorated with glazed tiles, inlaid stones and also paintings which are intricately carved with the Holy Quran.

Timings: 6AM-6PM
Distance from the city: 1 kms
Entry Fee: INR 20 for Indians and INR 260 for Foreigners

2) Buland Darwaza

Also called the Gate of Magnificence, the Buland Darwaza is the main entrance to enter the Jama Masjid complex located in Fatehpur Sikri.Rising at a height of 54m tall, this 15 storied gateway is the entrance to the city of Fatehpur Sikri. The most beautiful thing about this gateway is that the pillars and archway is inscribed with Holy Quran and Persian inscription.

Timings: 7AM-6PM
Entry Fee: INR 20 and INR 260 Foreigners

3) Birbal’s Palace

The Birbal palace was built around the time of 1571 which was the official residence of Raja Birbal who was Akbar’s Hindu Prime Minister.This palace is the true depiction of the Mughal architecture which can be witnessed through intricate carvings, surreal jharokhas and also elevated floral patterns.

Timings: 7AM-6PM (Closed on Friday)
Entry Fee: INR 20 for Indians, INR 260 for foreigners.

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