Historical Monuments to Visit in Agra
4 Historical Monuments to Visit in Agra
Taj Mahal Agra Red Fort Akbar Tomb Fatehpur Sikri Fort ComplexSelect Stations To Find Route
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. Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World is constructed in 1632 by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, it houses the tomb of his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal and the tomb of Shah Jahan himself. Discover the glorious beauty and wonderful aura created by beautiful fountains, exquisite display of lights, artistic carvings and intricate inlay work of this splendid architectural gem of India.The magical splendor and beauty of Taj Mahal will leave you enthralled.
AddressDharmapuri Tajganj, Agra
Place TypeMonument - Forts & Tombs
Best forFamily, Kids, Friends, Married Couples, Parents
Fees & TimingThe 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 MonthJanuary, 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. The massive Agra fort, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site is known for its architectural creativity and brilliant design, and Diwan-e-Aam and Diwan-e-Khas, Moti Masjid, and Sheesh Mahal are worth seeing. The famous Agra Fort is built on a sprawling 2.5-kilometer radius and is constructed in red sandstone.
AddressRakabganj, AgraPlace TypeMonument - Forts & TombsBest forFamily, Kids, Friends, Married Couples, Unmarried Couples, Parents, Siblings, YoungstersFees & TimingTimings 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 MonthJanuary, 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. This final resting place of the great Mughal Emperor spans over an area of 119 acres in Sikandra, in the suburbs of Agra, 8 km west of the city core. The tomb of the Mughal emperor Akbar is an important example of Mughal architectural brilliance. The gold, beautiful jewels, silver ornaments and carpets were plundered from Akbar's tomb constructed in sandstone and white marble.
AddressSikandra NH2, AgraPlace TypeMonument - Forts & TombsBest forFamily, Kids, Friends, Married Couples, ParentsFees & TimingTimings 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 MonthJuly, 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 . It represents the saga of royal Mughal legacy in red sandstone and pure white marble. Located 39 km from the Agra, Fatehpur Sikri is a stupendous structure. You can click interesting pictures and carry back lovely memories.
AddressFatehpur Sikri, AgraPlace TypeMonument - Forts & TombsBest forFamily, Kids, Friends, Married Couples, Unmarried Couples, Parents, Siblings, YoungstersFees & TimingTimings 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 MonthJuly, August, September, October, November, DecemberEXPLORE PLACES IN AGRA BY CATEGORY:
