Agra
Agra, the city of Taj, is one of the most prominent and fascinating travel destinations of the tourist map of world. Agra is a picturesque town in the state of Uttar Pradesh in the sub-continent of India. The picturesque city of Agra is an old city and it boasts two grand Mughal architecturally beautiful structures the Taj Mahal and the Red Fort (Agra Fort). The city is also base to visit Fatehpur Sikri. The picturesque city of Agra is a vibrant centre of Art & Culture and religious philosophies.
Formerly the city of Agra was the capital of Mughal Empire. Even today Agra seems to linger in the past and one can see reflections of Mughal cultures in its monuments. Agra is considered as the pride of Mughal cities. The city of Agra is basically famous for the Taj Mahal and the Red Fort (Agra Fort). The city has pleasant ambience and it is also famous for its outstanding inlay work on marble and sandstone by craftsmen. In the city one can also find beautiful carpets, gold thread embroidery and leather shoes.
Red Fort and Taj Mahal attract the attention of the tourists to the city. The grand Red Fort, the seat of Mughal dynasty in the 16th century, lies on the bank of the Yamuna River. This grand fort was built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar. Shah Jehan, Akbar’s grand son, built several other beautiful buildings within the Red Fort.
The Taj Mahal is India’s star tourist attraction. The Taj Mahal is a poem and a feeling of love, in white marble. This stunning monument was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan in the loving memory of his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal. The Taj Mahal is unique in its beauty. It has an unparalleled beauty among all the historical structures of India. The Taj Mahal is world heritage monument. Visiting Agra never fails to allure you with its fascination.
How to reach
By Air:
Agra is well connected by air from all the major cities of India.
By Rail:
Agra is also well linked by railway network from all the major cities of India. Agra city is visited by the "Palace on Wheels" .The Rajdhani and Shatabdi trains have also their stoppage in Agra.
By Road:
Agra is well-connected by road from all the major cities of India.
Near by Cities of Agra
Delhi : 203 km
Important Places in Jaipur : 236 km
Bharatpur : 60 km
Mathura : 58 km
Gwalior : 118 km |
