H@R 55/365 Two Tombs Near Sikandra, Agra, Uttar Pradesh
Two Tombs Near Sikandra, Agra, Uttar Pradesh
Two tombs are located nearly 500m to the west of Kaanch Mahal, Sikandra, Agra. They are from mid-16th century CE and in danger of disappearance, despite being situated near a much visited site. In the tourist destination Agra, due to the presence of a large number of protected monuments including 3 world heritage sites, the other heritage properties are ignored by the administration in terms of investment in their repair, maintenance and access. Owing to the insensitive attitude of the authorities and society, these sites become dump yards and are partially or completely transformed. Encroachment and vandalism are major concerns for unprotected heritage properties.
