Places to Visit in Agra
Agra Fort
The great Fort of Agra is an imperial, elegant and lavish palace, which is situated 3 kilometres from the Taj Mahal. The Agra Fort is shaped like an irregular triangle with its base on the Yamuna River and the two ... Read More>>
Amar Singh Gate
The Amar Singh Gate lies between two octagonal towers and there is a drawbridge over the moat. ... Read More>>
Chini-Ka-Rauza (China Tomb)
The Chini-Ka-Rauza is located about a kilometre north of the tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah and is rectangular in shape with a bulbous dome. The concept of the tomb is entirely Persian, and it is one of the best examples of polychrome ... Read More>>
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Diwan-i-Am (Hall of Public Audience)
Known as one of the most impressive buildings built by Shah Jahan, this assembly hall is made with red overlaid with white shell plaster, giving it the effect of white marble. The Diwan-i-Am was also used an armory by the ... Read More>>
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Fatehpur Sikri
Fatehpur Sikri is located 37 kilometres south-west of Agra, and it was once the capital of the brilliant Mughal Emperor Akbar. The Sufi saint, Shaikh Salim Chisti, had his ashram there for many years and many devotees of Chisti continue ... Read More>>
Itmad-Ud-Daulah’s Tomb
Itmad-Ud-Daulah’s Tomb is an exquisite marble mausoleum, in honour of Mirza Ghiyas Beg, which is located 4 kilometres north of the Taj Mahal. The daughter of Mirza Ghiyas Beg, Nur Jahan, constructed this splendid marble monument in memory of her ... Read More>>
Jahangiri Mahal
This palace is a mix of both Rajput and Mughal architectural form and is one of the most magnificent buildings within the Agra Fort. A Hindu temple also exists at the back of the entrance hall. At one time ... Read More>>
Jama Masjid
Built in 1648, the Jama Masjid is located across the railway track from the Delhi Gate, of the Agra Fort. It is predominantly made with red sandstone; however white marble has been weaved into the red stone for contrast. ... Read More>>
Khas Mahal (Private Palace)
This is a gorgeous white marbled palace that was built in 1637 by Shah Jahan. This building was a retreat for the emperor; a place where he could enjoy books, music and art. ... Read More>>
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Mariam’s House (The Golden House)
This house was once covered in a number of frescoes of golden colour. It stands on a platform and consists of three small rooms and a central hall on the first floor. Beautiful Hindu carvings decorate the brackets of ... Read More>>
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