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Agra walking tour & city guide

Home of the Taj Mahal.

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Agra, on the Yamuna River, was a capital of the Mughal Empire and is home to the Taj Mahal, one of the most famous buildings in the world. Two other UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri, are also here.

The Taj Mahal

The Taj Mahal was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal, who died in 1631. Its white marble changes color with the light, from pink at dawn to gold at sunset. Visit at sunrise for the best light and fewer crowds. It is closed on Fridays.

Agra Fort and beyond

Agra Fort, a red sandstone fortress, is where Shah Jahan spent his last years imprisoned, gazing at the Taj. Mehtab Bagh, a garden across the river, offers a quiet view at sunset. Fatehpur Sikri, an abandoned Mughal city, is 40 kilometers away.

Top sights in Agra

  1. 1

    Taj Mahal

    The world's most famous monument to love.

  2. 2

    Agra Fort

    A Mughal red sandstone fortress.

  3. 3

    Mehtab Bagh

    A garden with a view of the Taj.

  4. 4

    Itimad-ud-Daulah

    The 'Baby Taj'.

  5. 5

    Fatehpur Sikri

    An abandoned Mughal city.

Food markets & where to eat in Agra

  1. Sadar Bazaar

    Street food and petha shops.

  2. Kinari Bazaar

    Old city snacks.

  3. Taj Ganj

    Rooftop cafés with Taj views.

Food to try in Agra

  1. Petha

    A translucent sweet made from ash gourd.

  2. Bedai and jalebi

    A classic Agra breakfast.

  3. Mughlai dishes

    Rich curries and kebabs.

Opening hours and prices change often. Please check with each place before you visit.

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