Agra draws lakhs of tourists every year from all over the world because of the famous Taj Mahal. The breathtaking landmark has been a bucket list destination for many. But it's not just the Taj Mahal which makes Agra an incredible destination. The city also has other iconic destinations like the Agra Fort, Itimad-Ud-Daulah, Fatehpur Sikri and more. We have curated a list of all the places worth-visiting in Agra. So next time you visit Agra; don't just admire the Taj Mahal and leave! Stay around to witness the other mesmerising places too.
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Places to visit when in Agra
7 Top Rated Tourist Attractions In Agra
1. Taj Mahal
We cannot emphasize enough about the beauty of this wonder and no words would actually do justice to this landmark. Built in the 17th century by Emperor Shah Jahan for his wife Mumtaz, this iconic structure is beautiful at all times of the day. Once you enter the premises you can see the ornamental gardens with perfect symmetry, floral carvings and snow white marble. You can easily spend hours admiring the monument and its premises.
Taj Mahal
2. Mehtab Bagh
This Mughal-built garden; which measures 300 metres on each side, looks like a scenic extension of Taj Mahal. The scenic garden is home to vibrant blooms and birds. The alignment of the Mehtab Bagh with Taj Mahal and its premises is perfect, making it a beautiful destination for clicking pictures.
3. Agra Fort
This centuries-old red stone UNESCO World Heritage Site is worth visiting when in Agra. Sight-seeing at the fort is like witnessing a city within a city. Jahangir Mahal is a massive palace building which is inspired by world architecture. Inside the fort, tourists can also see the court where royal women passed their time. The fort also has other noteworthy structures such as the Anguri Bagh, Khas Mahal, Musamman Burj and Diwan-i-Khas.
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The Agra Fort
4. Fatehpur Sikri
This was the capital city of the Mughal Empire and was built by Emperor Akbar. The city lies an hour's drive from the Taj Mahal. The tourists admire the preserved remains of the red stone city Jama Masjid; three palaces built for Akbar's three wives are worth visiting in the locality for its architectural beauty.
5. Itimad-Ul-Daulah's Tomb
The tomb of Itimad-Ud-Daulah sits on the banks of the River Yamuna and is yet another historical monument worth visiting. The structure contains the remains of Mirza Ghiyas Beg who was a Persian officer during the Mughal empire and his wife.
Itimad-Ul-Daulah's Tomb
6. Akbar's Tomb
Akbar ruled the Mughal Empire for a few decades. You can find his tomb with the tomb of his two daughters in Agra, which is one of the famous tourist attractions of the city.
7. Old City
If the time permits on your excursion to Agra, take a stroll in the city to have a look at the Agra's present day residents, take a heritage walking tour of the old city admiring the architecture, culture, history while relishing the street food and local delicacies.
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