The most beautiful sights in Agra
The best of Agra
One of the most interesting sights of North India can be found in and around Agra. There is also the most famous monument in all of India, the famous Taj Mahal tomb. Apart from the Taj Mahal and Red Fort, nearby is the amazing city of Fatehpur Sikri and a number of other beautiful tombs. Let's see what beautiful places to visit in Agra
Taj Mahal
Symbol of India
The Taj Mahal is the most famous building of India. It is a monumental tomb located in Agra. The Taj Mahal among to the so-called new wonders of the world continue reading
Fatehpur Sikri
City with amazing Mughal monuments
Fatehpur Sikri was the seat of the city of the feared Mughal ruler, Akbar the Great. Here you will find a grand Friday mosque and Panch Mahal Palace. Part of the monuments have survived only in the ruins continue reading
Red Fort in Agra
Massive fort in the city center
At Agra you will find one of the largest fortresses in the whole of India. Due to its importance, it was also on UNESCO's list. The most beautiful and well-known view of the fortress is right from its entrance gate, where you will be captured by massive defensive bastions. continue reading
Jama Masjid in Fatehpur Sikri
A beautiful mosque in Fatehpur Sikri
In the historical part of Fatehpur Sikri, you can visit a beautiful mosque from the Mughal era. This mosque was built on the orders of the famous Mughal ruler Akbar in 1571 and boasts beautiful decorations. continue reading
Mausoleum of Itimad-ud-Daulah
Little Taj Mahal
The Mausoleum of Itimad-ud-Daulah was aptly nicknamed – the Little Taj Mahal. It is another of a series of tombs built during the Mughal era in the 17th century. You can find it to the north of the Taj Mahal, right next to the Yamuna River. continue reading
Jama Masjid in Agra
The most important mosque in Agra
In the very center of the city of Agra, you will find one of the most important and largest Indian mosques. The mosque was built during the period of the powerful Mughal rulers. continue reading
Tomb of Chini Ka Rauza
A semi-abandoned tomb
To the north of the small Taj Mahal is another interesting tomb in Agra – Chini Ka Rauza. She must have been really beautiful in her day. Now it looks like it needs a thorough renovation. It was exhibited at the beginning of the 17th century. continue reading
