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| Agra City Guide |
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Agra is an ancient and historical city of India. It is located on the banks of Yamuna River in the state of Uttar Pradesh. Agra, today, has been on of the most popular and visited tourist destination in India. It mesmerizes the world with magnificent white marble monument, the Taj Mahal. Besides the Taj Mahal, there are many other attractions of tourist interest in this city. The city is combination of the ancient and the modern. Every year a large number of tourists and vacationers embark on tours to Agra – the City of Taj Mahal.
Places of Tourist Interest in Agra:
Agra is globally famous for its heritage and historical monuments such as Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Itmad-Ud-Daullah Tomb.
Taj Mahal: The Taj Mahal (the Symbol of Eternal Love) is the major drawing card of Agra tourism and India tourism as well. It is one of the most beautiful buildings in the world. It is one of the Seven Wonders of the World. It is also a UNESCO world heritage site. This beautiful building was built by mughal emperor Shah Jahan in the loving memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal.
Agra Fort: The Agra Fort, also known as the Lal Quila, is a grand fort complex built by mughal emperor Akbar. It is known for its architectural brilliances and many beautiful palaces and structures inside the fort complex. It is also a UNESCO world heritage site.
Itmad-Ud-Daullah Tomb: It is an architecturally beautiful monument which interiors are considered as more beautiful than of the Taj Mahal. This beautiful tomb monument was built by mughal empress Noor Jahan in the remembrance of his father. This monument is lovingly described as the Baby Taj or the Little Taj Mahal or the Draft of the Taj Mahal.
Fatehpur Sikri: Fatehpur Sikri is an abandoned city located on the outskirts of Agra. This city was built by mughal emperor Akbar as his capital but he soon left the city due to scarcity of drinking water. Major attractions of Fatehpur Sikri are Buland Darwaza (the largest gateway in the world), Panch Mahal, Jodha Bai Palace, Salim Chisti Mosque, Ruins of Ancient Monuments, etc. Fatehpur Sikri is also a UNESCO world heritage site.
Excursion from Agra:
There are many tourist places near the city which can be visited by commencing tours from Agra. Some major nearby destinations are Jaipur, Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, Mathura, Vrindavan, etc.
Major Hotels in Agra:
Some major hotels in Agra are Amar Vilas, Jaypee Palace, Mughal Sheraton, Taj View, Agra Ashok, Trident Hilton, Man Singh Palace, Howard Park Plaza, Mayur Tourist Complex, Amar Yatri Niwas, Holiday Inn, etc.
How to Reach Agra:
Agra can be conveniently accessed from almost all the major cities of India. Delhi is most convenient base to visit Agra and the Taj Mahal. Agra is well-connected by roads, rail and domestic flights. Agra is well connected by flights from Delhi, Khajuraho and Varanasi.
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