Cultural Immersion: Agra (India)

▪ The country (India)

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India is one of the oldest civilizations in the world with a kaleidoscopic variety and rich cultural heritage. It has achieved all-round socio-economic progress during the last 70 years of its independence. It’s also one of the largest country in the world, India stands apart from the rest of Asia, marked off as it is by mountains and the sea, which give the country a distinct geographical entity. Bounded by the Great Himalayas in the north, it stretches southwards and at the Tropic of Cancer, tapers off into the Indian Ocean between the Bay of Bengal on the east and the Arabian Sea on the west.  [Read more] 

Agra

Agra is a city on the banks of the river Yamuna in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh, and is also one of the most populous cities  in India. Agra is a major tourist destination because of some famous touristi spots, for exemple : Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri. The city was first mentioned in the epic Mahabharata, where it was called Agravena, Agravena meaning "the border of the Forest”.

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▪ Tourist spots

▪ Taj Mahal

People from all around the world may not have heard about Agra, but everyone knows the beautiful ivory white-mausoleum Taj Mahal. This wonder of the world is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and it continues to hold the magical appeal, attracting approximately eight million touristis a year.

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▪ Agra Fort

Agra has one of the finest Mughal forts in India, this red sandstone and marble architecture exudes power and grandiosity. Agra Fort was primarily begun by Emperor Akber in 1565 as a military structure and was later transformed into a palace by his grandson Emperor Shah Jaha.

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▪ Tomb od Itimad-ud-Daulah
Itimad-ud-Daulah is sometimes referred to as the “baby Taj” or a draft of the Taj Mahal, as it has been constructed with the same elaborate carvings and cut-out Stone work inlay techniques.

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▪ Kinari Bazar

Is the perfect place to visit. Located in the narrow streets behind Jama Masjid where multitutes of colorful little shops spill over, women bargain and cars dodge one another. You can found clothing, shoes, authentic snack stalls and Agra´s famous marble-work.  (Read more)



▪ Cuisine

▪ Chickpea Curry

A classic and easy chickpea curry, is one of the favorites in India and has become a worldwide sensation It’s a perfect for a crowd , especially if you serve it hot along with fried Indian leavened bread like poori and bhatura.
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▪ Palak Paneer (Spinach and Cottage Cheese)

The most popular paneer recipe at Indian restaurants is, by far, palak panner. It’s nothing more than spinach and cheese and it’s a mildly flavored dish  that is super healthy too. (Read more) 

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▪ Ras Malai

 Ras Malai is sweet dumplings made from cottage or riccotta cheese soaked in sweetened, thickened milk delicately flavored with cardamom. Serve it chilled and garnished with slivers of dried fruit. (Read more)

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▪ Gulab Jamun

Gulab Jamun is, by far, the most famous sweets or dessert in India.This delicius dessert consists of dumplings traditionally made of thickened or reduced milk, soaked in rose flavored sugar syrup. (Read more)

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▪ Habits

The people of Agra are known for their charm and serene nature. They have a traditional style of dressing and contemporary lifestyle. Agra has always had strong focus on education and a unique cultural heritage, influenced a lot by the Mughals who had transformed the city into a centre of commerce, art and learning.

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