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Sight Address : Mariam Uz Zamani Palace is located in the fort complex of the popular Fatehpur Sikri at Fatehpur Sikri. Edit
Detail InformationEdit
Mariam Uz Zamani Palace is an exquisite palace located in the fort complex of Fatehpur Sikri. This was the palace of Queen Mariam Uz Zamani, the Goan Wife of the Emperor Akbar and the mother of Jehangir. The palace had been the nerve centre of the Mughal power for two generations of Mughal Dynasty, namely the period of Akbar and Jehangir. The palace was made with all luxuries and with marvelous architectural style. This is one of the most attractive palaces in Agra. The Palace is constructed on the most beautiful scenic location in Fatehpur sikri. The imposing garden surrounding this sandstone palace is very attractive as well. This is one of the eye catching palaces among the numerous palaces in Agra.
Mariam Uz Zamani Palace in Fatehpur Sikri
HistoryEdit
Mariam Uz Zamani Palace, named after Jahangir Mariam Uz-Zamani, died in 1622 was built by her son. The palace is currently located on Tantpur Road in Jyoti Nagar, close to the Tomb of Akbar. The palace was primarily designed as a residence of the royal ladies who stayed in purdah. It houses several apartments located around a common courtyard. There is also a garden on the northern side which is connected to the palace by a viaduct. The Mosque of Mariyam Zamani Begum was built by her son Nuruddin Salim Jahangir and is situated in the Walled City of Lahore, present day Pakistan, while Mariam’s Tomb is situated 1km away from Tomb of Akbar the Great, at Sikandra, near Agra, present day India.
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Best Season to VisitEdit
Winter is the best time to visit, days are cool and sunny and ideal for sight seeing.
Best Time To VisitEdit
Morning, Afternoon, Evening.
Time Required for SightseeingEdit
1-2 hrs.
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Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit
- Ajay Palace – Agra ; Fatehpur Sikri, Agra. ; Ph/M – 95-5613-2829850 ; Food Serve – N.A.
How to ReachEdit
Taxi : This place of Agra is well connected by road and is easily accessible by taxis. Local taxis are also available at a reasonable rate.
Bus : Bus services in Agra are provide by Agra Municipal Corporation. UP State Road Transport Corporation does run some air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned low-floor buses within Agra which run on specific routes including M G Road.
Train : Agra is a major railway junction and has several railway stations, with the Agra Cantonment Railway station being the main one. Indian Railways connects Agra with all major and minor cities in India. The hired taxi, tempo, cycle-rickshaw and auto-rickshaw will helps tourist to reach her. Prepaid autos and taxis from railway station are easily available.
Air : Agra’s Kheria Airport is located 8 km away from the heart of the city. It will cost about Rs 150 from airport to city by taxi. Agra is connected to Varanasi, Delhi and Khajuraho by air. For other cities, tourists need to take the flight to Delhi. After getting down at Kheria airport taxis and tongas are available at the airport to reach this destination.
Others : Travelling around the town of Agra can be done through a multitude of ways, including electric buses, Tongas, tempos, cycle rickshaws and auto rickshaws.
Cycle Rickshaw:
Cycle rickshaws are available aplenty in the town of Agra. Travelling through a cycle rickshaw can be quite time consuming, although this is a very cheap mode of travel with charges hovering around Rs 5 to 10.
Tonga:
Tongas are horse drawn carriages that run throughout the town. Tonga charges are very low too, and you can opt for a Tonga ride as it is faster than a cycle rickshaw ride. Charges will range around Rs 5 to 15.
Tempo :
Tempos are also available, and these are shared vehicles which can be more comfortable than buses for slightly elevated rates. Tempo rates will vary from Rs 5 to 10. These are a safe mode of travel and can be taken up during night time.
Things to CarryEdit
Carry drinking water, camera, sunglasses & a hat or shades for protection from the harsh Sun.
Safety / WarningEdit
During winters make sure to travel with proper woollen clothes as nights in Agra is pretty chilling during winter.
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Fire Brigade 101
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