Introduction to city Agra - In Uttar Pradesh
Located about 204 km south of Delhi in the Indian state
of Uttar Pradesh, Agra is one of the most famous tourist
spots of the country. The city, situated on the west bank
of river the Yamuna, is known world over as home to a
wonder of the world, Taj Mahal.
A part of the great northern Indian plains, Agra has a
tropical climate. Summers are extremely hot and the maximum
temperature can be as high as 45 degree Celsius, while
winters are cold and foggy. The monsoon season is marked
by heavy rains and high humidity.
SightSeeing : Places to visit in
destination - Agra
For most of the time Agra alternated with Delhi as the
capital of the Mughal Empire. As such one finds many marvels
of the Mughal architecture in and around the city, the
most famous of them being the Taj Mahal. Besides
the Taj, the Agra Fort (also called the Red Fort)
makes an interesting sight. Other major attractions include
the tomb of Mirza Ghiyas Beg, Jama Masjid, Akbar’s
tomb at Sikandra, Rambagh, the Mughal Garden
and Dayal Bagh Temple. Besides the historical monuments,
one can also explore Agra’s rich heritage of handicrafts
in its markets.
Excursions : Places nearby city -
Agra
The places around Agra also form interesting tourist
spots. The Mathura-Vrindavan region forms an important
pilgrimage place for Hindus as it is closely associated
with the birth and childhood of Lord Krishna, an important
deity in the Hindu religious pantheon. Fatehpur Sikri
presents another marvel of the Mughal architecture and
splendour. A trip to Agra remains incomplete if one doesn’t
visit these places of interest surrounding it.
Agra City Tour Guide |
Sight Seeing of Agra |
Excursion in Agra
Agra Tour Packages |
Agra Hotels |
Picture Gallery of Agra
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