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About Agra
One of India's most famous cities, Agra is home to the
 breathtaking
white-marble Taj Mahal, a truly magnificent Mughal riverside mausoleum and
World Heritage Site. Agra lies in the state of Uttar Pradesh, in North
India, and this region is home to no less than three designated World
Heritage Sites, also including the neighbouring ghost city of Fatehpur
Sikri and the red-sandstone Agra Fort.
As well as being a major Indian tourist destination, Agra is also a
spreading industrial city and stands just over 200 km / 124 miles to the
south of Delhi, being within easy reach by train.
Agra was established as the Mughal capital in 1526 and is known for its
chaotic and vibrant marketplace (chowk), endless auto rickshaw touts,
plentiful souvenir vendors, historic temples and many grand, ancient
monuments and tombs.
About Agra : The eternally romantic city, Agra is a must-visit destination
for every traveller. It was ruled by the Mughals for several decades, who
left their mark behind in the form of buildings and monuments. Among all
those left behind, the Taj Mahal is undoubtedly the most beautiful
structure in Agra. It is made entirely in white marble and is carved to
perfection, fitted with semi-precious stones. Other than the Taj Mahal,
Agra is also home to the World Heritage Agra Fort, which is built in red
sandstone and houses with several interesting palaces and temples. Also
visit the Itmad-ud-Daula, a tomb built by Nur Jahan for her father, which
was a disctinctive move from the use of sandstone to marble. Take a quick
tour of the now-deserted erstwhile Mughal capital of Fatehpur Sikri,
located at a short drive away from Agra. It has within itself a number of
magnificent buildings. The Ram Bagh is the oldest garden in Agra and is
marked by terraced waterfalls and beautiful pathways. Since Agra is known
as a centre for handicrafts, pick up some marble inlay works and replicas
of Taj Mahal when shopping in Agra.
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