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Visit the spellbinding Taj Mahal and Agra Fort
To many people, Agra is the Taj Mahal, the vast yet strangely ethereal mausoleum created by Shah Jahan in memory of his late wife. And were you to do nothing else here but gaze in wonder on this lustrous marble monument to lost love, catching it in the rosy light of dawn or under the light of a blazing sunset or shimmering full moon, it would be time well spent.
But a city that was once the capital of the mighty Mughal Empire and a centre of Islamic learning is no one-trick pony. Dive into the ‘Agra beyond the Taj’ to discover glorious sandstone forts, ornate imperial tombs and serene hidden gardens.
Soak up the atmosphere in the tangle of narrow streets of the Kinari Bazaar, barter for an exquisite marble inlay box made by one of the district’s master artisans and join the locals for a quintessential Agra breakfast of bedai and jalebi at a popular street cart. Or escape westwards to the all-but-abandoned imperial stronghold of Fatehpur Sikri, a haunting vision in red sandstone.
Find your perfect Agra experience with the help of our clued-up specialists, who can make sure you’re in exactly the right place at exactly the right time.
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Undeniably the best place to stay for exceptional views of the iconic Taj Mahal.
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Ekaa Villa is a boutique hotel inspired by the city’s ancient heritage and architecture, set in the heart of Agra.
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This charming homestay is named after the trees in our garden, which bloom with scarlet leaves in the spring.
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Old Agra: The Road not Taken
Delve beyond the major tourist attractions and explore the little-visited area of Old Agra. Once you’ve seen the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, this tour is ideal for getting under the skin of this former imperial capital taking you down its hidden lanes and alleyways. Get an intimate glimpse into daily life and the city's history from the late Mughal days to the rule of the British Raj. Take a peek in shops and temples and discover a fascinating, untold history of life before and after the Taj Mahal.
Taj Mahal by Sunrise
Every day, the Taj Mahal, India’s most famous World Heritage Site, will see on average 15,000 people. Visit at dawn though and you cut those numbers right down resulting in a more peaceful stroll around the magnificent monuments. The early hours really are the best time to visit when you can just sit quietly and listen to the birds as you take in its architectural beauty.
Every day, the Taj Mahal, India’s most famous World Heritage Site, will see on average 15,000 people. Visit at dawn though and you cut those numbers right down resulting in a more peaceful stroll around the magnificent monuments. The early hours really are the best time to visit when you can just sit quietly and listen to the birds as you take in its architectural beauty.
When the sun starts to rise on a clear day, you can see the mausoleum turn from gold yellow to orange to a sparkling mountain white. You can roam the splendid gardens decorated with fountains and inspect the ornamental craftwork without the crowds. As the sun slowly bathes the walls, the stunning pietra dura inlay lights up the whole façade. This only occurs during the hours of dawn and makes the early start well worth it.
Taj Mahal & Agra City Tour
On this tour you will two major attractions, Agra Fort and the Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. Start at Agra Fort where your guide will explain in detail how the Mughal dynasty created this paradise of beautiful gardens, fountains and architecture. Next you will head to the Taj Mahal stopping at the Mehtab Bagh gardens which enjoy magnificent panoramas of the glorious ivory-white structure. You will then be in front of one of the most beautiful buildings ever made.
On this tour you will two major attractions, Agra Fort and the Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. Start at Agra Fort where your guide will explain in detail how the Mughal dynasty created this paradise of beautiful gardens, fountains and architecture.
You will go through several gates to a palace called Jahangiri Mahal where inside you can discover all the different architectural influences, not just Islamic, but also Jain and Hindu. Next, head to the Octagonal Tower from where you can see all the way to the Taj Mahal.
Next you will head to the Taj Mahal stopping at the Mehtab Bagh gardens which enjoy magnificent panoramas of the glorious ivory-white structure. As you get closer, the Taj Mahal’s landscaped gardens will come into full view, lined with abundant trees, fountains, symmetrical paths and canals. You will then be in front of one of the most beautiful buildings ever made. The façade has been designed to impress from every angle with perfectly aligned arches and beautiful stonework decorated with flowers and inscriptions of verses from the Koran. The interior contains more architectural marvels such as the huge marble domed tomb. You will have some free time to explore at your own pace and there will be plenty of photo opportunities.
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