Agra
Agra is one of India’s most popular tourist destinations because of the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. Agra is only a few hours away from Delhi and is easily accessible by train or bus. While Agra is famous for the above structures there are still more jewels to be found in the city so it is worth spending a night in the city to see all that it has to offer.
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Taj Mahal
One of the Seven Wonders of the World. The Taj Mahal is an absolute must see when visiting India. The Taj Mahal was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan who began construction of it in the 1630s. It was built as a tomb for Shah Jahan’s favorite wife, Mumtaz. The photos of this ornate tomb are beautiful but it is humbling when you walk through the gate and finally see it.
ADDRESS
Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282001.
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Agra Fort
Agra Fort was built by the Lodhi’s before being captured and occupied by the Mughals. This impressive red sandstone fortress became the seat of Mughal power until Emperor Shah Jahan moved the capital to Delhi. Agra Fort is a much more impressive structure than the Red Fort in Delhi and is well worth a visit.
ADDRESS
Agra Fort, Rakabganj, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282003.
Photo by Rowan Heuvel
Tomb of Akbar the Great
Akbar was the third Mughal emperor and he reigned from 1556 to 1605. He is known as one of the greatest Mughal emperors to have reigned. He is buried in an ornate red sandstone tomb.
ADDRESS
Tomb of Akbar The Great Area, Sikandra, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282007.
Photo by Karen Johnston
Fatehpur Sikri
Fatehpur Sikri is actually about an hour outside of Agra. It is an abandoned city that was founded by Akbar the Great in 1571. It was originally built to be the Mughal Empire’s new capital, however the capital was moved back to Agra because of a failed water supply.
ADDRESS
Fatehpur Sikri, Uttar Pradesh 283110.
Photo by Taylor Kiser
Sheroes Hangout
Sheroes Hangout is a restaurant that was set up by a non-profit called Stop Acid Attacks. The restaurant and cafe is run by women who are survivors of acid attacks. It aims to increase awareness of acid attack as well as empower acid attack survivors. It is located very close to the Taj Mahal.
ADDRESS
Behind Go Stops Hostel, Taj Nagari Phase 1, R.K. Puram Phase-2, Tajganj, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282001.
Photo by Bobbie M
Tomb of Itimad-Ud-Daulah
This ornate marble tomb is sometimes called the Baby Taj, which is understandable given its appearance. It is surrounded by beautiful gardens. The tomb was built by the Mughal Emporer Jahangir for his father-in-law.
ADDRESS
Moti Bagh, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282006.
For Further study and detail about Agra:
The Complete Taj Mahal, by Ebba Koch
Lonely Planet Rajasthan, Delhi & Agra (Travel Guide)
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