Agra
About Place
Agra is an ancient city on the banks of the Yamuna river in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, is a major tourist destination in North India because of its many Mughal-era buildings, Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri. Agra is one of the most populous cities in Uttar Pradesh and 24th most populous city in India.
The city is known for its historic sites, architecture, and ambiance of being in the Mughal era. Agra is a popular tourist destination for its Mughal architecture and for being home to one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Taj Mahal.
Agra has many other famous archeological sites and is famous for its marble inlay work and tombs of various kinds, religious places, Yamuna River and water related activities in the river.
Tourist Places
- agra fort
- taj mahal
- sikandra
- fatehpur sikri
- itmad-ud-daula