The Red Taj

shivam sethi 12 months ago

Off the beaten track. A must see in Agra.

Red Taj is a replica of the the Taj Mahal built in 1806 in Agra by the widow of Colonel John Hessing, as her husband's tomb. Colonel Hessing was a Dutchman who was the Maratha Governor of Agra at the time of his death.

Chances are you will be the only visitor at a given time and that's what makes it special

Sharada Prasad 24 months ago

A hidden gem. Went with no expectation and was pleasantly surprised. Nothing compared to the Taj and would be a mistake to even compare. The similarity begins and ends at a domed tomb with a square platform and carving.
But Hessing was no Mughal Emperor and his widow Anne no Mumtaz- but as lore says she built it in local architectural style reflecting her love. And therein is the connect. Was fascinated to see the graves of the other British and Europeans in the Catholic Cemetery in Agra (which also had some Muslim graves)

Satya Prakash Udayagiri 17 months ago

Except for this monument there is nothing, i don't recommend this place.