Driving through the city of Taj our eyes stopped at a monument that appeared like Taj Mahal from a distance, but when we enquired we got to know that it was Itmad-Ud-Daulah’s Tomb which is also known as Baby Taj. This is a mausoleum which is often described as ‘Jewel Box’ and a ‘draft’ of the world renowned Taj Mahal. The structure consists of scenic gardens around it where visitors like to lay back for enjoying the sight of this picturesque edifice.
Primarily built of red sandstone and marble décor this mausoleum is decked with pietra dura inlay. To enter the fort foriengers were to pay around 200 Rs while for us Indians the cost is very much lesser. This palace is one of the less explored sights in Agra and thus wasn’t all that populated when we visited. This made my visit even more enjoyable and peaceful. On a whole it was fairly enjoyable experience and thus I would recommend it to those looking forward to an extended Agra tour.
