People of Agra prefer agriculture over industrialization and do not want development at cost of ecological degradation. Being one of the tourism hubs Agra city always emphasise on eco-tourism and sustainable development. Chariots and Tongas are the traditional horse carts for fast transportation used in Agra during the Mughal era. Our tour agency provide services of Tonga ride from parking lot or nearby hotel to the Gates of the Taj Mahal which give tourist experience of bygone era. Offering Tonga ride to visitors is a testimony of Agra for its commitment towards eco-tourism. It is a reflection of Agra’s inspiration to preserve its cultural heritage. Tonga is a single-horse driven ride for entertainment of tourists and empowering self employment to marginalised section of tourism industto ry. In one Tonga only two visitors are allowed to avoid excess load on horse. Most of the Tongas are covered and decorated which gives visitors royal feeling. Visitors can hire sightseeing of Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and local Mughal bazar by Tonga. One can easily find Tongas at parking of Taj Mahal and from there they take tourists to gate of the Taj Mahal. These Tongas are decorated with colourful flowers and ballons to give tourist heart-warming experience. This mode of transport is not only economic but also give you an incredible amount of fun.
TAJ MAHAL SUNRISE TOUR BY TONGA RIDE
It is one of cheapest and eco friendly mode of tourist transportaion for Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour. The tonga can report your hotel early morning to ride you to the gate of Taj Mahal which is the extra advantage of Tonga ride because taxi vehicles are not allowed beyond the parking of the Taj Mahal to mitigate air pollution. The Taj Mahal, living example of immortal love between Shah Jahan and his wife Mumtaz Mahal, situated on right bank of river Yamuna. This majestic masterpiece is made of pure marble and constructed by team of twenty thousands craftsmen from distant geographies around the world. During sunrise time this beautiful tomb is less busy and visitors can experience changes in the colour of Taj Mahal by sunrise time, a memorable view. After enjoying sunrise tour, you can ride back to hotel in the same Tonga, who will be waiting you at the dropping point. After breakfast, if you wish you can use the same Tonga for ride to Agra Fort. The Fort was constructed by third Mughal king Akbar as its military headquarter, surrounded by huge walls seperated by deep moat filled with dreaded reptiles. Like Taj Mahal, the Agra Fort is also one of the declared wprld heritage sites. Later you can explore local Bazar in Agra in same Tonga, followed by transfering you back to hotel.
COSTING OF TONGA RIDE FOR AGRA SIGHTSEEING – USD 18 P.P.
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