Must visit in AGRA

TAJ MAHAL

“An Architechtural Symphony Celebrating Love and Heritage!”

The Taj Mahal is an iconic monument located in Agra, India. It was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th century as a mausoleum for his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal. This architectural masterpiece is renowned for its stunning white marble facade, intricate carvings, and symmetrical design. It is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the World and attracts millions of visitors each year. The Taj Mahal is a symbol of eternal love and is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

FATEHPUR SIKRI

“The Pride of Mughal Empire"

Fatehpur Sikri is a town in the Agra district and a famous tourist attraction. A city predominantly made of red sandstone, Fatehpur Sikri was founded in 1571 century by Mughal Emperor Akbar. Now a UNESCO world heritage site, it is home to Jodha Bai's Palace, Jama Mosque, Buland Darwaza, and Tomb of Salim Chisti.

AGRA FORT

“An Epitome of the Mughal Dynasty"

The Red Fort of Agra or Agra Fort was built by Emperor Akbar in 1573. It is located on the right bank of the River Yamuna and is made entirely of red sandstone. One of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, it lies 2.5 kilometres from Taj Mahal.

TOMB OF ITIMAD-UD-DAULAH

The tomb of Itimad-ud-daulah is a Mughal mausoleum and often regarded as a copy of the Taj Mahal. This is the first tomb in India made entirely of marble. The tomb was commissioned by Nur Jahan, the wife of Jahangir, for her father Mir Gheyas Beg (later known as Itimad-ud-daulah), who was a minister in the court of Shah Jahan.

MEHTAB BAGH

Mehtab Bagh is a charbagh garden complex and one of the last Mughal gardens in Agra. It is located just north to the Taj Mahal and overlooks the Agra Fort and Yamuna river on the opposite side.

TOMB OF AKBAR

The final resting place of Mughal Emperor Akbar, Akbar's Tomb is situated in Sikandra, the outskirts of Agra and spreads over an area of 119 acres. An important architectural masterpiece of the Mughal era, it was built between 1605 and 1618. It is built entirely out of sandstone and white marble.

JAMA MASJID

"The Holy Heart of Agra"

It is a seventeenth-century structure and is one of the largest mosques built by the Mughals in India. Constructed under the reign of Shah Jahan in 1648, Jama Masjid is dedicated to his favourite daughter Jahan Ara Begum.

CHINI KA RAUZA

Chini ka Rauza is the tomb of Allama Afzal Khan Mullah, the Prime Minister of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. Also known as China Tomb, it was built between 1628 and 1639 and has a marvellous fusion of the Indo-Persian style. It is the first monument of its kind to be decorated by glazed tile work, known as chini.

JHANGIR MAHAL

It stands tall in the Agra Fort complex. Built by Akbar, in the 17th Century. The Jahangir Mahal served as a private residence to Akbar’s son and successor, Jahangir.

ANGURI BAGH

It was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1637 as his exalted place of leisure and rest.Originally popular for thick creepers of grapes- their cultivation and harvesting, the garden accurately came to be called as the Garden of Grapes (Anguri Bagh).

MOTHER TERESA'S MISSIONARIES OF CHARITY

"There are no great things, only small things with great love" - Mother Teresa

Mother Teresa is a woman beyond description, beyond words and beyond introduction.
We recommend you to stop by at the Missionaries centre, to pay respect to the commendable effort taken up by Mother Teresa. Spend some time with the unprivileged, share some smiles, and realise your many privileges. Take a tour of the premises and observe the unconditional love and nurturing that the nuns share with the kids and the elderly.

Fun Activities

DOLPHIN WATER PARK

Dolphin World Water Park is spread over an area of 14 acres and is replete with thrilling slides, roller coasters, water and regular rides etc. The water cum theme park offers a variety of rides and fun games both for adults and kids.

FRIENDS GOKULAM FUN CITY WATER PARK

Friends Gokulam Fun City Water Park is the second largest water park in Agra. Spread over vast acres of land, the water park boasts of a number of slides, roller coasters and fun rides both for adults and kids.

WILDLIFE SOS

Established in 1995, Wildlife SOS is a non-profit organisation in India that rescues and rehabilitates wild animals and forests. Its Agra Bear Rescue Facility is the largest sloth bear rescue facility in the world housing 130 sloth bears. The Elephant Care and Conservation Centre, located halfway between Agra and Mathura.

Shopping

Agra is known for numerous varieties of unique and extinct crafts which are nowhere to be seen these days.
Here are some famous streets for Shopping in Agra and things to buy:

Sadar Bazaar

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Famous for its leather products

Subhash Bazaarr

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Silk products and silk sarees

Kinari Bazaar

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Handicrafts, along with marble, glassware and rugs

Shoe Market

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Popular for its footwear

Food of Agra

Agra is not only famous for the mesmerizing Taj Mahal but its delicacies too. It is acknowledged as one of the best street food serving spots in the country by many connoisseurs. Whether you love the spicy chaats or you have a sweet tooth, Agra never ceases to fascinate. Petha, a soft candy made from ash gourd is almost synonymous with Agra's cuisine and is a speciality which you just cannot miss.

If you don't have a sweet tooth and want to indulge in something crunchy and crispy, then this might be the perfect snack for you. You can spend a lousy winter evening in this historic city with Dalmoth.

Mughlai cuisine is the trademark of Agra and is considered as a token or souvenir from the Mughal era. Mughlai cuisine has a vast number of dishes to offer.