Tourist Places in Agra

Posted On August 16th, 2023

Tourist Places in Agra

The Taj Mahal

As we all know that The Taj Mahal located in Agra commissioned by shah jahan. Taj Mahal all know as the world heritage site (1983). The Taj Mahal commissioned by shah jahan in the memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. The construction of Taj Mahal begins in 1632. The decoration of the Taj Mahal is so beautiful and changes in the different places of the monument. Every year in billions of tourists visit Taj Mahal and increasing every year. To increase pollution near the monument is strictly not allowed and there are of cleanliness near the monument.

Agra-tempo-Traveller-Taj-Mahal

The Taj Mahal also opens for night viewing for the full moon night. Taj Mahal is the place where tourists enjoy too much and visit again and again every year. On the other hand where tourist love to see or visit Taj they also face lot of problems like guide forcing them to appoint him and Indian people also annoy them. Apart from this Taj Mahal is place of great art of mughals. The River Jamuna behind Taj Mahal also increases the beauty of Taj.

Tomb of Akbar the Great

Akbar was the third emperor of mughals. The tomb of Akbar situated in the Sikandra. Akbar planned himself his tomb and select site for it. The tomb of Akbar suffered a lot until it was repaired by the britishers. After the death of Akbar his son (jahaghir) completed the work of his tomb. Every tourist who visits Agar also visits the tomb of Akbar and tries to understand the history of the tomb of Akbar. There is thousands of people visit tomb every day and try to know something about the history of India.

Tomb-of-Akbar-the-Great

Agra Fort

Agra Fort is the famous sister monument of Taj Mahal. It was also the residence of Mughal Dynasty in Agra. Agra fort also known as Badalgarh.  Agra fort also won the several award like Aga Khan Award for Architecher in 2004. This is also the place where almost every tourist visits when they visit on the trip to Agra. Agra is a place where lot of tourist visit every day

Agra-Fort

Fatehpur Sikri:

Located just outside Agra, Fatehpur Sikri is a historical city built by Emperor Akbar. It is known for its well-preserved Mughal architecture, including the Buland Darwaza, Jama Masjid, and the Panch Mahal.

Fatehpur-Sikri

Itmad-ud-Daulah’s Tomb:

Often referred to as the “Baby Taj,” this exquisite marble tomb was built for Mirza Ghiyas Beg, the grandfather of Mumtaz Mahal. It is known for its intricate inlay work and beautiful garden setting.

Itmad-ud-Daulahs-Tomb

Mehtab Bagh:

This garden is located across the Yamuna River from the Taj Mahal and offers stunning views of the monument. It’s a popular spot for photographers, especially during sunrise and sunset.

Mehtab-Bagh

Sikandra:

The tomb of Akbar the Great, Sikandra is an impressive structure that combines both Islamic and Hindu architectural elements.

Sikandra

Jama Masjid:

Agra’s largest mosque, the Jama Masjid, is a beautiful example of Indo-Islamic architecture and is located near the Agra Fort.

Jama-Masjid-agra

Mughal Heritage Walk:

This guided walking tour takes you through the lesser-known parts of Agra, showcasing local life, markets, and historic sites.

Mughal-Heritage-Walk

Mariam’s Tomb:

Built by Emperor Akbar in memory of his wife Mariam-uz-Zamani, this tomb is a fine example of Mughal architecture and is located near Sikandra.

Mariams-Tomb

Chini ka Rauza:

This Persian-style tomb is dedicated to Afzal Khan, a poet and minister in Emperor Shah Jahan’s court. It is known for its intricate tile work.

Chini-ka-Rauza

The Final Point

These are just a few of the many attractions that Agra has to offer. The city’s rich history, cultural heritage, and stunning architecture make it a must-visit destination for travelers.

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