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“A journey through the centuries”

Jul 2023

Many interesting tombs and distinct architecture

“Worth the stop in”

Mar 2023

... is home to many-a tomb stones and graves of ex-pats from every corner of the globe, including the iconic Red Taj.

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Zoe B

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Worth the stop in

Mar 2023 • Friends

We visited this place based on the trip advisor reviews and let me say, we were definitely not disappointed. This hidden gem is home to many-a tomb stones and graves of ex-pats from every corner of the globe, including the iconic Red Taj. Upon entering we were greeted by a lovely local who offered to walked us around and point out the more iconic graves. This place is a lovely step away from the hustle and bustle of Agra, not too mention a photographers dream

Written 27 March 2023

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Vikramjit Singh R

New Delhi, India118 contributions

Catholic cemetery in Mughal Architecture

May 2016 • Friends

This is commonly referred to as the Red Taj Mahal. It has graves of several Europeans, and most of the tombs were designed in the Mughal style. Main tomb belongs to John Hessing, the European who joined Maratha forces. This tomb was built by his wife Alice and is a must visit for those who love to explore off the beaten path.

Written 7 September 2016

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Rana S

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The Red Taj mahal

Aug 2018

In a corner of Agra is a cemetery initially made for the Armenian Christians who visited the court of Akbar and the oldest grave is of Thomas Mildenhall an Englishman who died in 1614.
However this cemetery is famous for the mausoleum of Dutchman, Colonel John William Hessing, made by his wife Anne. It's called the Red Taj mahal as its made in Mughal architecture.
It also houses the tomb of Sombre the husband of Begum Samru.
It's a beautiful cemetery and very peaceful and we'll looked after.

Written 1 October 2018

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Aman K

Kanpur, India442 contributions

Must Visit Place

Sept 2017 • Friends

The people who visit here are very few but this is a great historical place. This place is beautiful enough..Despite being old, it's charm will affect you.

Written 28 September 2017

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Ozzy-Kunnu

Melbourne, Australia3,222 contributions

Also known has Red Taj Mahal and Chota Taj Mahal

Jun 2017 • Solo

It's surprising that not many people are aware of this Historical Piece of Marvel that houses some of the finest Mughal Influenced Architectural tombs of Roman Catholics that's artistry and no less than a Marvel in itself.

And one of the most fascinating structure is this Red Taj Mahal /Chota Taj Mahal that was built for a Commander John William Hessing by his wife as a gesture of love.

Once content admiring the Red Taj Mahal move on to others as there are other beautiful tombs surrounding this marvel.

Written 3 August 2017

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Wojciech O

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A journey through the centuries

Jul 2023 • Friends

A journey through the centuries of European travelers from Armenian priests in 1600s to modern days. Many interesting tombs and distinct architecture

Written 30 July 2023

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