Soami Bagh Samadh in Agra

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Soami Bagh Samadh in Agra: An Introduction:

Soami Bagh Samadh, Agra is one of the significant tourist spots of the city that attracts tourists from all over the world. Soami Bagh Samadh is the mausoleum of Huzur, who was the initiator of the Radhasoami Faith.

Soami Bagh Samadh in Agra

Location:

Soamiji Maharaj Soami Bagh Samadh in Agra is situated in Dayalbagh in the outskirts of the city Agra.

History Related to It:

The construction of the Soami Bagh was commenced in1908 and people believed that the construction of the building will never come to an end. In fact many people argued that the monument is the "next Taj Mahal". One of the major tourist attractions of the monument is its carvings in stone that comprises of blending or colored marble. The marble of the tomb contributes to its brilliant appearance making it an extraordinary monument in India.

Soamiji Maharaj purchased Soami Bagh, where he used to perform spiritual practices there. Later on Soami Bagh became the abode to the Samadh of Soamiji Maharaj. Located adjacent to the mausoleum, there is Bhajan Gar the place where, Soamiji Maharaj carried out the spiritual practices during his lifetime; the Bhajan Ghar also houses satsang once per day.

Near the Soami Bagh Samadh there are some other buildings too. Bhandara festivals are celebrated here as a tribute to past Sant Sat Gurus and Satsang is from all over the world, come here to attend the festival. These buildings have provided the kitchen facilities for Bhandara festivals held at Soami Bagh several times every year.

Description of The Samadh:

The Swami Bagh Samadhi is mainly the mausoleum of Huzur Swamiji Maharaj (Shri Shiv Dayal Singh Seth) in the Swamibagh section, on Bhagwan Talkies to Dayal bagh road, in the outskirts of the city. He established the Radhaswami Faith. The devotees regard the Samadhi to be sacred.

Other Places of Interest in Agra:

The city of Agra is renown all over the world because of association with one of the Seven Wonders of the World - the Taj Mahal.

Agra Fort, built by Emperor Akbar, is a must-visit tourist destination in Agra. Akbar laid the foundation of the fort in 1565. Some other attractions in the fort are the Diwan-e-Aam, Diwan-e-Khaas, Moti Masjid, Nagina Masjid, Khaas Mahal, Jahangir's palace, Shish Mahal, Samman Burj.

Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah built under the order of Noor Jahan, wife of Emperor Jahangir, in the memory of empress's father Mirza Ghyas Beg. The architecture of the tomb is worth for the tourists to have a look at it. The tomb is built with white marble and is a fine representative of Indo-Persian architecture. It is often referred to as baby Taj.

Radha Swami Samadhi is the head quarter of the Radha-Swami sect and attracts innumerable devotees every year. This 100 year old structure preserves the sacred ashes of the spiritual leader of the faith.

Soami Bagh Samadh in Agra-from the corner

Akbar's mausoleum at Sikandra, and Fatehpur Sikri are two important historical tourist attractions near Agra. Sikandra is the representative of the Hindu-Muslim architecture. It is the great emperor Akbar's eternal resting place. Fatehpur Sikri was built by Akbar in 1564. The city is popular for holding majestic buildings like the tomb of Sheikh Salim Chishti, Buland Darwaza, Diwam-e-Khaas, Diwan-e-Aam, Jodha Bai's Palace, Birbal Bhawan and Panch Mahal,.

The other interesting sites include Chinni Ka Rauza, Jama Masjid, Mariyam's Tomb, Rambagh Gardens, Dayalbagh Gardens, Kailash Temple, Soami Bagh Samadh, Digamber Jain Mandir, Guru Ka Tal Gurudwara, Catholic Church, Balkeshwar Temple and Mankameshwar Temple.

Every year a special arrangement is done by the Tourism of Uttar PradeshEvery year by celebrating Taj Mahotsav to welcome the advent of the spring season. The Mahotsav display the rich cultural heritage of Agra.

Best Time to Visit Agra:

Agra can be visited throughout the year. However, you are not recommended visit the cuty during the months of summer, April-June and the monsoon, July-September. It would be ideal for you to visit the city during the winter season.

Tourist Attractions near Agra:

Some interesting tourist attractions near Agra are Bateshwar (65 Kms), Keetham Lake (23 Kms), Mathura (53 Kms), Vrindawan (65 Kms), Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary (55 Kms), Chambal Safari (80 Kms), Fatehpur Sikri (40 Kms) and Sikandra (10 Kms).

Distance from Nearest Important Cities:

Agra is situated on the banks of Yamuna River. Nearest cities from Agra are: Mathura (53 Kms) in the north, Firozabad in the east, Bharatpur (55 Kms) in the west and Dhaulpur in the south. It is about 203 Kms away from Delhi, 232 Kms away from Jaipur, 118 Kms away from Gwalior and 577 Kms away from Varanasi.

Few Important Information:

Phone Numbers of Tourism Department
UP. Govt. Tourist office:
Telephone No.: 0562-2226431
Government of India Tourist Office:
Telephone No.: 0562-2226368/2226378
U.P. Government Tourist Reception Counter:
Telephone No.: 0562-2421204