Agra

The city of Taj Mahal a trifle cleaner and greener if you have been here before. Agra - the name itself recalls the picture of Taj Mahal, a spectacular monument of love built of white marble. Agra city is not only a reputed tourist destination but also a shopper's paradise. It offers breathtakingly beautiful handcrafted items that are made of pure leather. Agra is also famous for the replicas of Taj Mahal. Furthermore, it also offers excursions to Fatehpur Sikri, Mathura and Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary that make it a complete tourist destination.

Sightseeing at Agra -

Taj Mahal : One of the Seven Wonders of the World built by Emperor Shahjahan. Renowned for its spectacular architecture and aesthetic beauty, the Taj Mahal is also a symbol of enduring love, built by Shah Jehan to house the grave of his beloved wife, Queen Mumtaz Mahal, who died following the birth of their 14th child.

Agra Fort : Built by Emperor Akbar, the Maze of Courtyards, Mosques and Private Chambers of the Fort Echoes the story of the Mughal Empire.

Sikandra : The Tomb of Emperor is Akbar the Great. Built in Red Sandstone inland with Marble. It is a striking sight.

Fatehpur Sikri : The Deserted City of Emperor Akbar literally means 'The City of Victory'.

Reaching Agra -

Air : Well connected to Delhi, Khajuraho, Varanasi by air.

Rail : The railhead at Agra is well linked to Delhi, Mumbai, Jodhpur, Gwalior, Jhansi, Bhopal, Varanasi, Ahmedabad, Amritsar, Cochin, Jaipur, Kathgodam, Patna, Vishakapatnam, Madras, Trivandrum, Lucknow, Indore.

Road : Idgah bus stand is the main bus stand of Agra, from where one can catch buses for Delhi, Jaipur, Mathura, Fatehpur-Sikri, etc. Buses for Mathura also leave from Agra Fort bus stand.

Shopping in Agra -

The local artisans are also good at making leather chappals (sandals), purses, bags, decorative items and leather products. Agra is also famous for the Zari and embroidery work, stone inlay work and durries. The main shopping areas include the Taj Mahal complex, Kinari Bazaar, Raja Mandi, Sadar Bazaar. The Gangotri at Taj Mahal Complex and the U.P Handlooms, UPICA at the Sanjay place are two UP Government emporiums.