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Economy
However, Agra came into limelight during the rule of Afghan King Sikandar Lodhi -
who had made it the capital of his empire. Primarily the Economy of the Agra
district is agriculture based. Major crops are Wheat, Paddy, Bajra, Mustard,
Potato etc. About 40% of the total economy of Agra depend on industry (Directly
or Indirectly). Over 7200 Small Scale Industrial Units are spared all over the
district. Agra is known for its fabulous handicrafts, made of marble and
sandstone inlay work. The Mughals were great patrons of arts and crafts. Empress
nur Jahan took personal interest and was an accomplished artist herself in zari
embroidery work. Agra's major handicrafts products besides inlay work are :
leatherware, Brassware, carpets, jewellery and embroidery work. Agra is also
well known for its sweets 'Petha' and 'Ghazak' and saltish snack 'Dalmoth'. The
main shopping areas of the city are Sadar Bazar, Kinari Bazar, Raja-ki-Mandi,
Sanjay Place and the Taj Complex. Shopping is recommended at the Govt. Emporium
or Souvenir shops approved by U.P. Tourism. And above all, Agra is home to one
of the wonders of the world; the splendid architectural monument of love Taj
Mahal built in white marble stone. When tourists visit India , they bring
dollars, pounds , and euros to Agra, the city of the Taj Mahal, and it helps the
economy of India.
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