Amazing Agra

History

Babur defeated the Lodhis to capture the city situated on the banks of River Yamuna and thus, the long association of Mughals with Agra started. The Mughal love of architecture translated into beautiful monuments such as Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri and Sikandra. The glory of Agra was at its peak during the reign of Akbar, Jehangir and Shah Jahan.

Most of the buildings belong to the period between mid-16th century and 17th century and were of high quality. These monuments were built in the contemporary Mughal style. Mughlai cuisine and the skilled craftsmen can still be seen in the narrow lanes of the city as a reminiscent of the lost times.

Places To Visit

Taj Mahal
Category : History & Culture
Taj Mahal is one of the most famous tourist attractions in India and across the world.It's one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
Timings: Open all days (except Friday and public holidays) from sunrise to sunset. Open at Night from 8:30 pm to 12:30 am on a Full moon night, two days before and after.

Agra Fort
Category : History & Culture
Agra fort was commissioned by the great Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1565. During Shah Jahan's era, the red sandstone fort was reformed into a palace and extensively repaired with marble and pietra dura inlay.
Timings: Open all days from 6:00 am to 5:30 pm.

Fatehpur Sikri
Category : History & Culture
Named as Fateh (meaning victory) in the beginning, it was later known as Fatehpur Sikri. It was home for the birth of navaratnas (9 jewels). It stands as a representation of the infamous Mughal architecture with unique designs and artworks.
Timings: Open all days from sunrise to sunset.

Itmad-ud-Daulah's Tomb
Category : History & Culture
This Mughal Mausoleum in the city of Agra was built at the command of Noor Jahan for her father Mirza Ghiyas Bagh, who was honored with the title of Itmad-ud-Daula (pillar of the state). This is where the mausoleum took its name from.
Timings: Open all days from sunrise to sunset.