Tourist Places to Visit in Agra
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Taj Mahal
One of the seven wonders of the world, the Taj Mahal stands tall at the south bank of the river Yamuna in Agra. Taj Mahal or the “icon of love” is one of the best places to visit in Agra and the most popular tourist destinations in India.
Agra Fort
Agra Fort was one of the most important forts during the Mughal period and is one of the finest places to see in Agra today. Akbar the great called this fort his home throughout his reign till 1605. Just like the Taj Mahal
Fatehpur Sikri
Fatehpur Sikri, a town in Agra district was once the capital of the Mughal empire. The town was built and established by Akbar and later abandoned in 1610. Like all the other tourist places in Agra, this was also entirely built with red sandstone.
Itmad-ud-Daulah's Tomb
Another Mughal mausoleum on the bank of the river Yamuna, Itmad-Ud-Daulah’s Tomb is one of the best places to visit in Agra. The architecture and interior are known to be inspired by that of Taj Mahal’s as it also has traces of white marble from Rajasthan amidst the red sandstone. And for the same reason, it is also known as the “Baby Taj”.
Akbar's Tomb
Akbar’s Tomb was built by Jahangir in 1613. If you’re a history buff, this is one of the best places to visit in Agra for you. The tomb is built in red sandstone and holds some of the most stunning marble designs.
Moti Masjid
The Moti Masjid or the Pearl Mosque was built by Shah Jahan in 1648 at the bank of river Yamuna. Although lesser known, it is one of the best places to visit in Agra.
Sikandra Fort
The Sikandra Fort homes the great emperor Akbar’s Tomb. The fort is known for its magnificent gates, tombs, and red sandstone designs which makes it one of the most visited tourist places in Agra. The fort is also known for its architecture which is a blend of Islamic and Hindu designs.
Jodha Bai ka Rauza
Jodha Bai ka Rauza or Jodha’s Palace in Agra was built by Akbar for his favorite queen Jodha. The monument stands as a symbol of peaceful Hindu-Muslim relations which makes it one of the most popular tourist attractions in Agra.
Mehtab Bagh
Mehtab Bagh in Agra stands at the North of the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort along the bank of river Yamuna. This is one of the many hidden places to visit in Agra. The garden is a char bagh which is a quadrilateral garden layout inspired by the four gardens of paradise mentioned in the Quran. The garden stands perfectly in symmetry with the view of the Taj Mahal.
Mother Teresa's Missionaries of Charity
Mother Teresa’s Missionaries of Charity runs in 123 countries approximately. All of them work to provide homes and care for the homeless, sick and orphans across the world. The one in Agra serves as a home to several nuns caring for orphaned children, elderly and homeless.
Wildlife SOS
Wildlife SOS is a rescue and conservation organization in Agra. Their campus is located in the Sur Sarovar Bird Sanctuary. The organization also works on rescue operations and conservation of bears and have recently opened the bear rescue facility for visitors.
Taj Nature Walk
Taj Nature Walk has been developed by the Social Forestry Division of Agra. The trail serves as a great place to enjoy amazing views of the Taj Mahal. It also has many watchtowers along the trail from where you can view the Taj Mahal from different angles. The trail homes some very unique varieties of flowers, shrubs and trees.
Gurudwara Guru Ka Taal
Gurudwara Guru Ka Taal is not as well known as the other places to see in Agra but is worth visiting. The gurdwara is dedicated to the ninth guru of Sikhs who is Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji. The place where it is built is where Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji voluntarily offered his arrest to Aurangzeb.
Jama Masjid
One of the biggest mosques of India, the Jama Masjid in Agra is known for its intrinsic designs and unique architecture. The mosque is situated right across Agra Fort and is one of the most well-known tourist places in Agra.
Dolphin Water Park
If you get tired and saturated with all the Mughal architecture and monuments, this is one of the best places to see in Agra and wind off. Dolphin Water World is north India’s biggest water park. It houses a water park, an amusement park and a fast food plaza as well. With slides like clusters, wave pool, multilane water slides, kids’ train and carousel caterpillar the park is a complete
Traditional Bazaars
Displaying a number of unique handicrafts, the traditional bazaars of Agra are a must visit for all the shopping lovers. Here, you can shop for many items like embroidered fabrics, jewellery, carpets, woven products etc. If you are in a mood for shopping for some leather products, visit Sadar Bazaar
Chini Ka Rauza
Made out of myriad hued tiles of chini, this is one of the most unique historical places to visit in Agra which was built in 1635. The mausoleum is perched on the banks of River Yamuna and charms the visitors with stunning Indo-Persian architecture. The unique building extensively uses glazed glass windows.
Anguri Bagh
A landscape of verdant greenery awaits you in the sprawling gardens of Anguri Bagh that is located in Khas Mahal in Agra Fort. The place is a nice place to visit in Agra to relish some tranquil moments and take a dive into the history of Mughals who ruled Agra in the past. Known for its thick creepers, it is called the Garden of Grapes and decorated by many marvellous paintings
Machhi Bhawan
Astounding everyone with its arched galleries and beautiful courtyards, Machhi Bhawan was once a court that served amusement purposes of the Mughal Emperor. It is believed that this place housed the Golden Throne and was bedecked with marble tanks and fountains. Because of the reason that rear fish was kept here during the reign of the emperor, Machhi Bhavan got its name.
Diwan-I-Aam
Hailed as one of the UNESCO world heritage sites, Diwan-i-Aam is one of the most beautiful places to visit in Agra. It is famous as the place where Shah Jehan used to have his meetings with the public and heard their problems. It is a stunning specimen of architecture and fascinates everyone.
