Agra
India
Overview
Home to the Taj Mahal, humanity's most sublime monument to love, Agra also boasts a mighty Mughal fort and the eerie abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikri.
Cost of Travel
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Explore Agra
Shri Mankameshwar Temple, Agra
Ancient Hindu temple devoted to Lord Shiva, housing a statue & idols of the deity.
Taj Mahal
17th-century, Mughal-style, marble mausoleum with minarets, a mosque & famously symmetrical gardens.
Agra Fort
Richly decorated semi-circular red sandstone fort complex with double ramparts & monuments.
Amar Singh Gate
Monumental, pink-sandstone gate covered in intricate tiling, the entrance to a 17th-century fort.
Diwan-E-Aam
Audience hall of the 17th-century Red Fort, built in red sandstone with intricate arched colonnades.
Where to Stay
The Oberoi Amarvilas
The closest luxury hotel to the Taj Mahal, with every room offering uninterrupted Taj views, Mughal-inspired design, and a serene spa.
Crystal Sarovar Premiere
A modern 5-star hotel near the Taj Mahal with a rooftop pool, multiple restaurants, and comfortable rooms at reasonable prices.
Where to Eat
Esphahan
Mughlai
The Oberoi Amarvilas' signature restaurant serving refined Mughlai cuisine in an elegant setting with the Taj Mahal illuminated through the windows.
Mama Chicken
Indian Street Food
A beloved local haunt near Sadar Bazaar famous for its tandoori chicken, butter chicken, and freshly baked naan at unbeatable prices.
Travel Tips
- Visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise — it's less crowded and the light is magical
- The Taj is closed on Fridays (for prayers) — plan accordingly
- Agra is easily combined with Jaipur and Delhi in the Golden Triangle route
- Try petha (a translucent sweet made from ash gourd) — Agra's famous confection
- Mehtab Bagh across the river offers a stunning Taj view at sunset
- Beware of touts offering 'free' guides at the Taj — hire official guides only
Getting There & Around
Auto-rickshaws and cycle-rickshaws are the main local transport. Pre-paid auto-rickshaws available at the station. Uber/Ola work in Agra. Battery-operated vehicles at the Taj Mahal reduce pollution. The Gatimaan Express train connects to Delhi in 90 minutes. Hire a driver for a combined Agra-Fatehpur Sikri day.
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