Historical Monuments to Visit in Agra
A monument is a type of structure that was explicitly created to commemorate a person or event, or which has become relevant to a social group as a part of their remembrance of historic times or cultural heritage, due to its artistic, historical, political, technical or architectural importance. You will find here a recommended list of Historical Monuments to Visit in Agra, that you must visit.
Taj Mahal, Agra
Agra is famous for its wonderful monument, The Taj Mahal is known for its matchless beauty. Constructed in an ivory-white marble this magnificent mausoleum is placed on the south bank of the Yamuna river. Read more..
📌 Location & Address | Address: | Dharmapuri Tajganj, Agra |
▩ Place Category & Type | Type | Monument - Forts & Tombs |
✅ Place visit with | Best for | Family, Kids, Friends, Married Couples, Parents |
⏰ Fees & Timings | Fee & Timings | Timings: The entrance fee is INR 50 for Indians and INR 1250 for foreigners. Entry Timings between 6 am to 7 pm and Closed on Friday. |
📅 Best time to visit | Best Month | January, February, March, April, May, June |
Agra Red Fort, Agra
This gigantic 16th-century Mughal monument also known as the Red Fort of Agra is located near the gardens of the Taj Mahal in Rakabganj. Agra Fort is a sprawling historical fort and it was the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal Dynasty until 1638. Read more..
📌 Location & Address | Address: | Rakabganj, Agra |
▩ Place Category & Type | Type | Monument - Forts & Tombs |
✅ Place visit with | Best for | Family, Kids, Friends, Married Couples, Unmarried Couples, Parents, Siblings, Youngsters |
⏰ Fees & Timings | Fee & Timings | Timings: Timings are between 6 am to 6 pm on all days. The entrance fee is INR 40 for Indian nationals and INR 550 for foreigners. |
📅 Best time to visit | Best Month | January, February, March, April, May, June |
Akbar Tomb, Agra
Akbar's tomb is another brilliant Mughal architectural masterpiece. Built in 1605 and 1613, by his son Jahangir. Read more..
📌 Location & Address | Address: | Sikandra NH2, Agra |
▩ Place Category & Type | Type | Monument - Forts & Tombs |
✅ Place visit with | Best for | Family, Kids, Friends, Married Couples, Parents |
⏰ Fees & Timings | Fee & Timings | Timings: Timings is between 10am to 6 pm on all days except Fridays. The entrance fee is INR 30 for Indian nationals and INR 310 for foreigners. |
📅 Best time to visit | Best Month | July, August, September, October, November, December |
Fatehpur Sikri Fort Complex, Agra
The ruined city of Fatehpur Sikri is located in Buland Gate, Dadupura, near Agra.This UNESCO World Heritage Site boasts of extraordinary architectural ingenuity, brilliant design and exhibits a unique blend of Hindu and Muslim creative style of design. The sprawling complex with seven gates and a boundary wall of 6 km exhibits unique decorations and embellishments . Read more..
📌 Location & Address | Address: | Fatehpur Sikri, Agra |
▩ Place Category & Type | Type | Monument - Forts & Tombs |
✅ Place visit with | Best for | Family, Kids, Friends, Married Couples, Unmarried Couples, Parents, Siblings, Youngsters |
⏰ Fees & Timings | Fee & Timings | Timings: Timings is between 6am to 6 pm on all days except Fridays. The entrance fee is INR 50 for Indian nationals and INR 360 for foreigners. |
📅 Best time to visit | Best Month | July, August, September, October, November, December |