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In 1558, Akbar established Agra (formerly known as Akbarabad) as the capital of the Mughal Empire. This city was founded by Sikandar Lodi in 1504-5, but it gained prominence under the Mughals. This book describes the numerous structures built by the Mughals and later till the 1857 Mutiny. The author conducts a study around the Mughal monuments in Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, and Sikandra region, such as Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri complex, Taj Mahal, Itimad-ud-Daulah’s tomb, and other minor attractions. This book primarily deals with the architectural styles adopted by the Mughals during Akbar’s reign and his successors.

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E.B. Havell (1861-1934) was an arts administrator, art historian, and author. He led the foundation of the Bengal School of Art, the Indian Society of Oriental Art, and also India Society.

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