AGRA
📌 Description of Agra, Uttar Pradesh
🕌 Home to the Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
🏰 Known for Mughal-era architecture, forts, and heritage sites.
🌆 Located on the banks of the Yamuna River in Uttar Pradesh.
🏛️ Houses three UNESCO World Heritage Sites – Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and Fatehpur Sikri.
🍽️ Famous for Petha (a sweet delicacy), Mughlai cuisine, and street food.
🎭 Rich in history, culture, and Persian-influenced art and calligraphy.
🛍️ Offers vibrant local markets selling marble handicrafts and leather goods.
🚆 Well-connected by rail, road, and air – a key stop on the Golden Triangle route (Delhi, Agra, Jaipur).
🌿 Features beautiful Mughal gardens and riverfront views.
📸 A paradise for history buffs, photographers, and culture enthusiasts.
🏞️ What to Do in Agra
🕌 Visit the Taj Mahal – Experience the beauty of this white marble wonder.
🏰 Explore Agra Fort – A grand Mughal fortress with stunning views of the Taj.
🌆 Walk Through Fatehpur Sikri – Discover the historic ghost city and Buland Darwaza.
🌳 Stroll in Mehtab Bagh – A scenic garden offering the best view of the Taj Mahal at sunset.
🛍️ Shop in Kinari Bazaar & Sadar Bazaar – Buy souvenirs, handicrafts, and local specialties.
🍽️ Try Authentic Mughlai Cuisine – Taste biryani, kebabs, and the famous Agra Petha.
🏯 Visit Itmad-ud-Daulah’s Tomb – Also called the Baby Taj, a beautiful Persian-style mausoleum.
🚤 Boat Ride on the Yamuna River – Enjoy a peaceful sunrise or sunset view of the Taj Mahal.
🎭 Attend the Mohabbat-e-Taj Show – A cultural performance depicting the story of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal.
🌿 Explore Akbar’s Tomb in Sikandra – A magnificent architectural masterpiece surrounded by gardens.
📜 History of Agra
🏛️ Agra was established in 1504 by Sikandar Lodi, the ruler of the Delhi Sultanate.
🏰 Became the capital of the Mughal Empire in 1556 under Emperor Akbar.
🕌 The Taj Mahal was built by Shah Jahan in the 17th century as a tribute to his wife, Mumtaz Mahal.
🏯 The Agra Fort, originally built by the Rajputs, was rebuilt in red sandstone by Akbar.
🏰 Fatehpur Sikri, a short distance from Agra, was Akbar’s former capital and a masterpiece of Indo-Islamic architecture.
🏴 Post-Mughal era, Agra was ruled by the Marathas and later the British.
📖 Agra has remained a key historical city, preserving Mughal architecture and heritage.
Some FAQ About Agra
The Hosteller Agra
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Landmark: 930 m drive to Taj Mahal
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Hotel Atithi
Location: Fatehabad Rd, Tourist Complex Area, Near Man Singh Palace, Vibhav Nagar, Tajganj, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282001
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Landmark: 2.3 km drive to Taj Mahal
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Hotel Sun Grand And restaurant
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Landmark: 6 minutes walk to Taj Mahal
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