Places to visit in Agra
Primarily known for Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the World, this city has a very different lifestyle. When you will walk down the roads of Agra, you will still feel the traditions backed with modernity. So, if you wish to go on very precise Taj Mahal Tours to the city, then 10 prominent tourist locations of Agra are listed here. We hope you will enjoy being in the city of Taj with India Tours .
Top 10 places to visit in Agra
1:- The Taj Mahal
As described by Rabindranath Tagore, “a teardrop on the cheek of eternity!” it is perhaps the true definition for the Taj Mahal. Built in the loving memorial to Mumtaj Mahal, the third wife of Shah Jahan, Taj Mahal is a telltale of the love that Shah Jahan felt for his beloved who died an unfortunate death while giving birth to her 14th child. It is believed the Cenotaph of Mumtaz Mahal is present in the main dome. The cenotaph is beautifully surrounded by a perforated marble screen studded with semiprecious stones.
The marble and exquisite carvings engraved with stones of various colors are a delightful sight to see. Seeing the grand architecture of this building, the sad story behind it raises a feeling of excitement along with overwhelmed thoughts of “how great can a love be? Visiting the Taj Mahal is a great privilege that you should never miss. The beautiful sight of Taj Mahal, standing tall and high on Yamuna river’s bank will captivate your site for life.
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2:- The Agra Fort
One is definite to feel like a prince walking through many courtyards of this fortress studded with palatial marble and red-sandstone. Initially built as a military structure by Akbar, this was later transformed into a magnificent Fort by Shah Jahan which was his unfortunate prison for the last 8 years of life. This Fort shows the life of Mughal Emperors sitting in grand halls, solaces to address the public and the mighty big gardens. You will be amazed by the architecture of this Fort that dates back to many centuries and took a massive amount of manpower as well as time to be built.
3:- Jama Masjid
It is remarkable to note that this tomb, built using marble and sandstone, was built to immortalize the late Mughal Emperors. This mausoleum is present at Sikandra, which is approximate 10km away in the Northwest of Fort of Agra. It has three-storied minarets on all the corners tessellated with marvelous mosaic patterns made on marble. The most exciting day to visit this mausoleum is during the 'Jumme-Ki-Raat' on Thursday nights which is a typical Qawwali filled night and a grand feast.
4:- Mehtab's Bagh
Built as a part of 11 parks made all together along the eastern banks of Yamuna, it was an idea of Emperor Babur. It fell into disrepair just as it turned into little more than just a mound of sand. Later, looking at the regular degradation of the Taj due to the in blown sand from river banks, it was thought the best to pay attention to the scuffing which can destroy the Taj. Therefore, the park was rejuvenated and is now flourishing well. The view of Taj from fountains situated in front of main entrance gates is a sight to die for! It is remarkable to see the perfect alignment of these fountains in the gardens of Taj. The beauty of the vision, you will store in your memory, has no words in human language.
5:- Fatehpur Sikri
Located west of the Agra at its outskirts, Sikri was the city which was planned by the Mughals. The sloping levels of the city were connected into terraces which were utilized for various complexes such as Jama Masjid. The sloping levels of the city were connected into terraces which were utilized for various complexes such as Jama Masjid. The planning of Fatehpur Sikri has a typical all-India character. The city is paralytic and ingenuously built in typical Indo-Muslim conglomerate style, which perhaps is an appreciative coalescence of indigenous inspired by expatriate influences from around the world.
6:- Jodha Bai ka Rauza
Jodha Bai's Palace is the central structure in Fatehpur Sikri. The Palace was made by Akbar for his beloved wife Jodha adorned with all the necessities and filled with various luxuries. However, this Palace is named after Jodha Bai, but she was not really the queen of Akbar. She was, in fact, wife to his son Jahangir. The most likely occupants of this palace were Akbar's two senior queens, Ruqayya Begum and Salima Sultan Begum. The most likely occupants of this palace were Akbar's two senior queens, Ruqayya Begum and Salima Sultan Begum. It is exciting to know the conflicting history behind this Palace and be in the grand rooms where once, the queens would dance and sing.
7:- Tomb of Itimad-Ud-Daulah
The Jewel Box, as many might name it, is similar to Taj Mahal. The ethereal building is made in memory of the great Mizra Ghiyas Beg, a Persian nobleman and the grandfather to Mumtaz Mahal. It was built by her mother Nur Jahan similar to the one she built for Jahangir near Lahore. It’s arguably looks more delicate than the Taj Mahal in appearance. The reason being the lattice screens of Itimad-Ud-Daulah made with fine-carved marbles.
8:- Akbar’s Fort
It is a tomb of the greatest emperors of the prodigious sovereign in the world- Akbar, who had been an omnipotent ruler in himself. This tomb is a masterpiece of Moghul architecture which was made by his own son Salim. The tomb holds centuries of empowerment and the vastness of victory of Akbar and his supremacy throughout his lifetime. It was made between 1605-1613. It is also a part of the history that this tomb was looted by rebellious Jats under the leadership of Raja Ram Rahim. The precious stones were robbed and the bones of Akbar were dragged out the tomb and cremated. So, we can say that this tomb has really suffered a lot.
9:- Moti Masjid
There are many notable worship houses in Agra of which Moti Masjid holds a special position of distinction. The Mausoleum was built such that the Emperor sitting in the compound of Agra Fort can see the worship place and of course, the mighty river running in the backdrop is a sight to remember. Its shiny domes are built with light white marbles which lend it a very velvety look and add glitter to its beauty.
10:- Sikandra Fort
Sikandra Fort is more of a tomb where the great emperor of the Moghuls, Akbar’s body is present. The tomb has a very eye-catching structure with intricate detailing of marbles. The aura of the structure is so grand and beautiful, thanks to red sandstone used in it. This tomb aka fort is a great combination of architectures of Hindu and Muslim. This fort is surrounded by huge walls and lush green garden. Visit Agra city with our Taj Mahal Tour Packages in India.