Agra Tour

If you have a fascination for majestic Taj, you can visit Agra city located in Indian state Uttar Pradesh. Agra is synonymous with Taj Mahal, the jewel of Mughal architecture and the most extravagantly built monument on love. Taj is more poignant and emotive than any other monument made in this world as it is made to immortalize Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan’s love to his consort Mumtaj Mahal. Millions of tourists from all over the world visit Agra to explore the majestic Taj.

Located on the bank of Yamuna, the aesthetics and architecture of Taj wonder the eyes of a traveler. Taj Mahal is praised by artists and writers in their works. Poet Rabindranath Tagore describes Taj as A Tear on the Face of Eternity. The cenotaph of Mumtaj Mahal, wife of Shah Jahan is housed in Taj inlaid with beautiful jewels. The workmanship of Taj is an emblem of beauty and perfection.

It is said that about 20,000 skills artisans were employed for building of Taj. The architecture of Taj has a fusion of Indian, Persian, Turkish and Islamic styles. To embellish and beautify Taj, sculptors, masons, craftsmen and calligraphers were brought from Persia.

Agra Tour is sure to be incomplete if one misses a visit to Agra Fort and It-mad-Daula’s Tomb. The fort is known for intricate stone carvings and tomb is known for marble inlay of work. Agra Excursion trip is planned to Fatehpur Sikri, the deserted Mughal capital known for some masterpieces of Mughal monument. Shopaholic can buy lots of leather and other handicrafts products from Agra markets.

While touring Agra one can stay at a heritage hotel which offers luxurious accommodation, fine Mughalai dining along with continental dishes and various recreation facilities.

Agra travel is one of the most revered tours to India. Various Indian travel companies offer Agra tour packages at an affordable rate. One can book tours like Agra same day tour, Agra overnight tour, Golden triangle tour, etc.

Agra city is located at a distance of 204 kilometers from Delhi, the capital city of India. There are direct bus and train service to Agra from Delhi. It is just 4 hours drive from Delhi. One has to reach Delhi Airport by flight from overseas and then has to drive to Agra.