Agra Tourist Attractions

Many people equate Agra with just the Taj Mahal. But this historical city that was once the Mughal capital is much more than that. Agra is home to various other tourist attractions that are also splendid in their own right and are well worth a visit. Indeed it can be said that Agra is a picturesque collage of myriad monuments that reflect the diverse culture influences of the past that the city of Agra has imbibed in it.

Of course the Taj Mahal takes centre stage amongst the various Agra Tourist Attractions. A symbol of everlasting love, Taj Mahal has even been included in UNESCO Heritage structures and is the single most contributing factor for boosting the tourism in Agra. Apart form the Taj Mahal, tourists can also explore the other Mughal piece de resistance such as the Agra Fort, Itmad-ud-Daulah Tomb's, the gardens of Rambagh, etc.

Walk down the history lane as you come face to face with the cell where Shahjahan was kept prisoner by his son Aurangzeb in the majestic Agra Fort and the great Emperor Akbar's tomb at his mausoleum at Sikandra and wonder at the sheer grandeour of these monuments. Nature lovers will love to roam around in the gardens of Dayalbagh and Rambagh where they can soak in the wonderful ambience.

Of course, the shops and markets of Agra are major tourist attractions too. Shopping in Agra is a fun filled experience. Enjoy a day, just browsing through the indigenous markets and you are sure to come across several irresistible items.

Some of the famous tourist attractions in Agra are:

• Agra Fort
• Itimad Ud Daulah's Tomb
• Chini ka Rauza
• Rambagh Gardens
• Dayalbagh Gardens
• Fatehpur Sikri
• Jama Masjid
• Buland Darwaza
• Akbar's Tomb at Sikandra

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