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Agra
 The city of Agra is famous world over for the Taj Mahal and millions of tourists from all over the world come here every year to savor the different moods of this magnificent edifice. It also has a number of historical monuments in and around the city, dating back to the 16th and 17th century. Emperor Akbar built Fatehpur Sikri, the beautiful city of red sandstone, near Agra. Agra is also known for its handicraft products.
The climate of Agra is extreme and tropical. Agra can be visited throughout the year, but one must avoid the extreme hot summers (April-June) and rainy season (July-Sept). The most suitable time to visit Agra is in winters
Agra has a rich historical background, which is amply evident from the numerous historical monuments in and around the city. Though the heritage of Agra city is linked with the Mughal dynasty, numerous other rulers also contributed to the rich past of this city. Agra was founded by Sikandar Lodhi (Lodhi dynasty; Delhi Sultanate) in the 16th century. Emperor Akbar built the Agra fort; Jahangir beautified it with palaces and gardens. Shahjahan marked the zenith of Mughal architecture, when he built the Taj. The post-Mughal era of Agra saw the rule of the Jats, Marathas and finally the British taking over the city
Places to see
Taj Mahal
There is no other monument in the world, which can match the beauty and grandeur of the Taj Mahal. Set amongst the serene ambience of a well laid out garden the massive marble structure of the Taj is awe-inspiring. The Taj Mahal was built in the 17th century by Shahjahan- the fifth Mughal emperor, in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal. It is more than 350 years since Taj Mahal was built, but it has not lost its romantic aura, which attracts millions of visitors towards it.
Besides the Taj Mahal, Agra is also home to some of the finest monuments of the Mughal period -
- Agra Fort
- Diwan-I-Am
- Diwan-i-Khas 
- Musamman Burj
- Jehangir's Palace
- Shish Mahal
- Jama Masjid
- Tomb of Itmad-ud-daulah
- Akbar's Mausoleum
- The Mariyam's Tomb
How to Reach
By Air- Daily Flights to Delhi, Khajuraho and Varanasi
By Rail- Shatabdi Express and Taj Express
By Road- 200 kms from delhi, 230 Kms from Jaipur, 119 Kms from Gwalior
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