| Agra is a city that is located in Uttar Pradesh | | | | This fort was built by Mughal Emperor Akbar in |
| state of India. It is highly popular tourist | | | | 1565. This fort is sometimes called as Red Fort. |
| destination and has been the capital of Mughal | | | | This fort is also on the UNESCO's world heritage |
| Empire in ancient time. This city is also mentioned | | | | sites List. During the reign of Jahangir, a secret |
| in the epics of Mahabharata. Agra is known for | | | | tunnel was built from this fort that leads to the |
| Taj Mahal and Agra Fort both of which have been | | | | Red Fort in Delhi. |
| chosen as UNESCO's World Heritage sites. | | | | Fatehpur Sikri: |
| Tourist Spots in Agra: | | | | This site was built by great Mughal Emperor |
| Taj Mahal: | | | | Akbar. This was made the capital of Mughal |
| Taj Mahal is one of the well known monuments in | | | | Empire during the reign of Akbar. This site has a |
| the world. This building was built by Shah Jahan in | | | | lot of historical monuments which are of great |
| the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. | | | | importance and hence it has been listed in |
| Taj Mahal was rated first in the newly formed list | | | | UNESCO's World Heritage List. This place came |
| of 'Seven Wonders of the World'. This monument | | | | into picture after a fierce battle between Babur |
| is defined as the symbol of love and sacrifice and | | | | and Rana Sanga. Buland Darwaza or 'the lofty |
| is visited by around a million visitors annually. This | | | | gateway' was built by Akbar as a mark of |
| monument is built in pure white marble which took | | | | victory over Gujarat. |
| almost 22 years to complete. Taj Mahal is | | | | Agra is truly one of the best cities of India. If you |
| situated on the banks of River Yamuna and is | | | | are interested about the history of India then |
| easily visible from Agra Fort. | | | | don't miss visiting this city while on a tour of India. |
| Agra Fort: | | | | |
