One of the seven wonders of the world, Taj Mahal is located on the banks of River Yamuna in Agra. It was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a memorial for his third wife, Mumtaz Mahal.
Located just north to the glorious wonder called the Taj Mahal and overlooking the Agra Fort and Yamuna river on the opposite side, Mehtab Bagh is a rare retreat of natural bliss and one of the most scenic spots in Agra.
Fatehpur Sikri is a town in the Agra district and a famous tourist attraction. A city predominantly made of red sandstone, Fatehpur Sikri was founded in 1571 century by Mughal Emperor Akbar.
The Tomb of Akbar is an important and iconic Mughal architectural masterpiece, built in 1605 and 1613. It is located at Sikandra, in the suburbs of Agra, on the Mathura road.
Also known as Lal Qila, Fort Rouge or Red Fort of Agra, the Agra Fort is a UNESCO world heritage site. The construction of the massive fort of red sandstone by the banks of Yamuna river was started by emperor Akbar.
This relatively simple mosque built almost entirely in red sandstone was built by Jahanara, the daughter of Shah Jahan. This is still used as the main mosque in the city.
Centrally situated in the premises of Khas Mahal, Anguri Bagh was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1637. As the name suggests, Khas Mahal was constructed for the emperor as his exalted place of leisure and rest.
Dedicated to the memory of the Prime Minister of the court, during the reign of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, Chini ka Rauza is a funerary monument situated on the eastern bank of the Yamuna river in Agra.
Also known as the Pearl Mosque, Moti Masjid was built by Shah Jahan in 1648. The mosque boasts beautiful designs and the finest architecture on white marble.
It looks like a miniature version of Taj Mahal, however, it has its own charm and elegance.This was the first structure to be built entirely out of marble stones, with pietra dura, and make use of the famous pleasure gardens.