Agra is a richly-decorated city dotted with architectural marvels of the Mughal era. It is situated along the banks of River Yamuna in the western region of Uttar Pradesh. This incredible destination offers fascinating trails that let you explore its historical monuments inspired by Indo-Persian architecture, soul-filling culinary delights, and rare marble art. Its narrow bylanes, modern city modern hustle and local attractions observe the maximum number of tourists in Uttar Pradesh.
If you are planning a trip to India, we recommend you to include Agra in your itinerary because it would be absolutely worth it!
How to reach Agra
The city of Agra is accessible by air, train, and road. It doesn’t have an international airport. Hence, tourists board a flight to the Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi, followed by a train or cab to Agra. If you wish to travel by road, Agra can be reached via the Taj Express Highway/Yamuna Expressway. If you plan to travel by train, the Gatimaan Express will take less than two hours to reach Agra from the Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway station in Delhi.
Major places to visit in Agra
A trip to India is incomplete without a visit to the might Agra. It is a homeland that will charm you with its extraordinary city vibes, and if you are a history buff, there will be a lot for you to devour. It is home to the world-renowned Taj Mahal, 7th wonder of the world, built from pure white marble. However, this is not the only standalone attraction of this ancient city. The 16th century Agra Fort made from red-sandstone is nothing less than a red velvet cake to make history enthusiasts drool. The next, but not the least, is the Itmad-ud-Daulat tomb that is titled as ‘Baby Taj’ and ‘Jewel Box’ of Agra. It has various other awe-factors for you to discover that can be best experienced on a visit.
The Heritage of Agra speaks volumes of the Mughal rule in India. It was the former capital of the Mughal empire. A full day sightseeing tour of Agra will delve you deeper into its glorious past and its traditional lifestyle. However, this city also treasures 5-star hotels that offer a ‘celebrity’ treatment with world-class amenities. Its spacious rooms, mind-boggling surroundings, royal interiors, finest culinary delights, and so much more.
Shopping places in Agra
While you uncover the historical gems of Agra, you can also head for shopping sprees at the city’s local markets in the evening. Its bustling markets (bazaars) are famous for leather products, marble art, antique jewelry, silk clothing, carpets, and lots more. The most popular local shopping headouts here are Sadar Bazaar, Kinari Bazaar, Subhash Bazaar, Raja ki Mandi and many more. All these bazaars are loved by locals and tourists where you can buy amazing handicrafts, souvenirs at a good bargain.
While the streets of Agra are dotted with shopping hotspots, the Mughlai cuisine eats won many hearts too. The mouth-watering desserts like Jalebis, Pethas, refreshing summer drinks like Lassi, Badam milk, and the sumptuous non-vegetarian recipes like the Kebab Wraps and Shawarmas will calm your food cravings for long.
On a sweet note, the luscious soft ash gourd sugar candies called petha is available in assorted flavors. Also called ‘God’s sweet, it is a special Mughal dessert that would satiate your sweet cravings for days.
The most revered festival of Agra, the Taj Mahotsav is hosted in February. Organized by Uttar Pradesh Tourism, it is celebrated every year to showcase the crafts of the local artisans and display the various food and traditions. Various dance performances by local artists are organized at the Taj Mahotsav. The camel and elephant rides are yet another attraction of the festival. It begins with a street procession with decorated camels and elephants, folk dance performances, Chikankars, handmade carpet makers, and woodcarvers.
Best time to visit Agra
The best time for a trip to India to visit Agr is in November, December, January, and February as it observes a pleasant weather during these months,
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