Located in Indian state of the Uttar Pradesh, Agra is one of the most famous tourist destinations. Agra is a small city with long history. Agra is best known for Taj Mahal which is the most famous historical structure of India. Situated at a distance of 200 km southeast from Delhi, the capital city of India, Agra is one of the destinations in Golden Triangle tour of India which has Delhi, Agra and Jaipur.

There are lots of tourist attractions in Agra, which allure tourists to visit there. In fact, a holiday to India is incomplete without visiting Agra, especially Taj Mahal. You can reach Agra from Delhi via road, Railway and by air.

Your Agra tour is going to be very enriching and memorable because of its timeless attractions. Long history of Agra has its reference in the ancient epic, the Mahabharata. But modern Agra was established by Sikander Lodhi of Lodhi Dynasty which ruled Delhi, during 16th century. Later it became the capital of Mughal Empire from 1526 to 1658. It was the golden era for Agra as most of their magnificent historical structures were constructed during this phase.

Agra has the finest examples of Mughal architectural style which was the mix of Indian and Islamic styles.

Besides Taj Mahal, the Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri nearby are listed among the UNESCO World Heritage sites. Rajput rulers built Agra Fort which was later renovated by Mughal emperors Akbar and Shah Jahan. Golden era of Agra began to diminish when Shajahan shifted his capital to Shahjahanabad in Delhi. And today, Agra is the second Tier of India which is known for its tourist activities.

Among the various Agra sight seeing attractions, Taj Mahal is the most attractive monument ever built in India. It is the mausoleum of built by Mughal emperor Shahjahan in the memory of his beloved wide Mumtaj Mahal. Taj Mahal is the most magnificent symbol of love. Other tourist attractions in Agra are Agra fort, Akbar’s Musoelum, Chini Ka Rauza, Itmad-ud-Daulah's tomb.

According to Agra travel guide, your vacation experience in Agra can be one of the most memorable and enchanting experiences. Besides the lots of attractions inside the Agra, there are lots of attractions around Agar also. These attractions include, Fateh Puri Sikri, another Moghul wonder, temple of Vrindavan and Mathura,