Agra hosts some of the world famous landmarks that are epitome of love and beauty. In terms of ambience, it is still associated with its memorable Mughal period. As visitors walk down the narrow bustling streets, they can’t help but wonder if the man contentedly smoking a hookah is a direct descendent of some bygone Mughal. Even the most modern areas of the town, such as the cantonment, date back over a hundred years.
The Taj Mahal, which is essentially one man’s monumental testimony to love, has become synonymous not only with this city but with India as a whole. Agra, with its laid-back lifestyle and wealth of architecture, handicrafts and jewellery, is amongst the most remarkable cities of the world.
While approaching Agra from Delhi, one passes through the religious cities of Mathura and Vrindavan, celebrated in Indian lore and legends. The road from Agra to Jaipur includes Bharatpur and Deeg in its circuit, while the one heading east offers Gwalior and the exquisite temples of Khajuraho as places of tourist attraction
Main Launguages :Hindi, Rajasthani, Urdu and English
Close on Heels : Delhi - 203 kms. Jaipur - 236 kms. Bharatpur - 60 kms. Mathura - 58 kms. Gwalior - 118 kms. Khajuraho - 393 kms
Best Season :Summers are very hot and winters chilling cold. The temperature difference between the summers and winters is very high. The monsoon although provides some respite from the heat but the rains leaves the city very dirty. It is better to plan your Agra trip between the months of March and October
Agra city livens up during the festive time of the Taj Mahotsav which is organised during February.Its a 10 day extravaganza which is held in the Shilpgram which is close to Taj Mahal.It brings out the arts, crafts and culture of India.It has classical dance and song performances by well known artists in India.Apart from this ghazal programmes are also organised and not to miss out on Camel and Elephant rides and Games which are a pass time for Children and elders also.
Agra is best known for its Id Melas and the colourful Tazias taken out on Muharram