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Taj Mahal

open every day (Friday Closed) 30 minutes before sunrise up to 30 minutes before sunset.

One of the seven wonders of the world, the Taj Mahal stands tall at the south bank of the river Yamuna in Agra. Taj Mahal or the “icon of love” is one of the best places to visit in Agra and the most popular tourist destinations in India. It is also considered to be an epitome of the Mughal Architecture. The ivory-white marble mausoleum was built by Shah Jahan for his favorite wife Mumtaz. The monument is now where the tombs of the king and queen lie. For those looking for hotels near the Taj Mahal, Book your stay with us today and experience the best of Agra.

Agra Fort

Agra Fort timings are from sunrise to sunset on all days of the week. The opening hours are between 6 am to 6 pm.

Agra Fort was one of the most important forts during the Mughal period and is one of the finest places to see in Agra today. Akbar the great called this fort his home throughout his reign till 1605. Just like the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort is also designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. History unfolds in front of your eyes as you walk through the many structures inside the fort, like Diwan-i-Khas, Khaas Mahal, etc.

Fatehpur Sikri

Fatehpur Sikri timings are from sunrise to sunset on all days of the week. The opening hours are between 6 am to 6:30 pm.

Fatehpur Sikri, a town in Agra district was once the capital of the Mughal empire. The town was built and established by Akbar and later abandoned in 1610. Like all the other tourist places in Agra, this was also entirely built with red sandstone. The town has several significant parts to explore. The first thing that one comes across in this town is the enormous Buland Darwaza which is 54 meters in height which is sure to leave you awestruck.

Itmad-ud-Daulah's Tomb

You can visit at any time you want , between 6 AM to 6 PM.

Another Mughal mausoleum on the bank of the river Yamuna, Itmad-Ud-Daulah’s Tomb is one of the best places to visit in Agra. The architecture and interior are known to be inspired by that of Taj Mahal’s as it also has traces of white marble from Rajasthan amidst the red sandstone. And for the same reason, it is also known as the “Baby Taj”. The tomb was built by Nur Jahan in 1628.

Akbar's Tomb

The Akbar's Tomb is open for visitors from sunrise to sunset usually 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM.

Akbar’s Tomb was built by Jahangir in 1613. If you’re a history buff, this is one of the best places to visit in Agra for you. The tomb is built in red sandstone and holds some of the most stunning marble designs. As you walk into the building, you’ll find exquisite marble designs on the ceilings and mystical calligraphy towards the real underground tomb of Akbar.

Anguri Bagh

Anguri Bagh in Agra remains open all days from 6 in the morning till 5:30 in the evening.

A landscape of verdant greenery awaits you in the sprawling gardens of Anguri Bagh that is located in Khas Mahal in Agra Fort. The place is a nice place to visit in Agra to relish some tranquil moments and take a dive into the history of Mughals who ruled Agra in the past. Known for its thick creepers, it is called the Garden of Grapes and decorated by many marvellous paintings of gold. The garden has a hall and is embellished by various tanks, fountains and hammams.