Agra Tourism Guide

Agra is located in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh on the banks of Yamuna river. In the year 1506, Sultan Sikandar Lodhi has moved the capital from Delhi to Agra. Agra is a prominent destination of the world heritage sites in India. The best suited months to visit the place is in October, November, February and March, when the temperature of the place varies between 16-25 C.

The place is having the three world famous sites like- Taj Mahal which is counted in the seven wonders of the world, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, Akbar's Tomb, Jama Masjid of Agra. Among all of them Taj Mahal has always been the special attraction for the tourists from the abroad and India. It is counted in the Seven Wonders of the World and is also ranked in the three World Heritage sites.

Taj Mahal has been completed in the year 1653 and was built by the Mughal King Shah Jahan as the final resting place for his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Taj Mahal has been made in the perfectly symmetrical order which took around 22 years and 20,000 workers to build. The monument has been finished with the marble which makes it more fascinating and beautiful. Taj Mahal has always been considered as the best example of Mughal Architecture and it also combines Indian, Persian and Islamic style of art. The World Heritage Sites has explained the site as the monument as the 'jewel of the Muslim art'.

The second major tourist attraction of the place is the Fatehpur Sikri which is situated at almost 37 kms away from the city Agra and is predominantly built by the Red Sandstone. It is also believed to be the best example of the Mughal architectural work. At Fatehpur Sikri the major attraction is the sunset and that site is cherished by all the visitors from all over the globe. The best example of the Hindu and Muslim architecture is the Fatehpur Sikri. The primary attraction of the monument is the Diwan-ae-aam, Diwan-ae-khas, Turkish Sultana's House, the treasury house, palace of Jodha Bai, Birbal's Palace, Panch Mahal, The Jami Masjid,
Buland Darwaza.

The third special attraction of the city is the Agra Fort accredited as UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is named by many names like Lal Quila, Fort Rouge and the Red Fort of Agra. It is located about 2.5 km northwest from the famous Taj Mahal. The great Mughal kings like Babur, Humayun, Akbar, Jehangir, Aurangzeb and Shah Jahan lived here in Agra fort. At the time of Mughal Agra Fort was visited by the famous foreigner ambassadors who traveled to the country and who also participated in creating the history in India.

Other places,near to Agra where the visitors would like to visit could be the famous Bharatpur popular for Koladeo Ghana National Park, also known as the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary. Its basically loved by the bird lovers.

Next can by Gwalior, center for the Scindia rulers is around 118 kms away from Agra. There is a huge fort of the Scindia's are located there in the Gwalior city.

An individual can preferably, visit Mathura, considered as the birthplace of the Lord Krishna. It is the pilgrimage site of the Hindus. The central pilgrimage site is the Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi temple. It is situated at around 58 kms away from Agra.

Vrindavan located near to Agra and is believed to be the sacred destination to visit for Hindus. The place is related to the life of the Lord Krishna. It is around 57 kms away from the Agra.