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A jama masjid (Persian: مسجد جامع‎), also known as a congregational mosque or Friday mosque, is a type of mosque which is the main mosque of a certain area that hosts the special Friday noon prayers known as jumu'ah. They also host the Eid prayers in situations when there is no musalla or eidgah available or nearby to host the prayers.

Taj Nature Walk

Peaceful, 70-hectare wooded park featuring paved walking trails & views of the nearby Taj Mahal. Tranquil, leafy park by the Taj Mahal

Samadh Soamiji Maharaj - Soami Bagh

It's a sacred place of Radhasoami Faith built in memory of first guru Soami ji Maharaj. All the art done all over smadh is hand made and fascinating. One must visit and see it. Situated on the outskirts of Agra, Soami Bagh Samadh, consists of the worldly remains of Huzur Soamiji Maharaj or Shri Shiv Dayal Singh.

Shri Mankameshwar Mandir

Ancient Hindu temple devoted to Lord Shiva, housing a statue & idols of the deity. A sacred temple in the heart of the city. Mankameshwar Temple in Agra is one of the ancient temples devoted to Lord Shiva. The temple is situated at Rawatpara, near Agra Fort Railway Station walking distance actually.

Anguri Bagh

Gurudwara Guru Ka Taal

Balkeshwar Mandir

Mehtab Bagh

Partly ruined formal Mughal-era gardens restored in the 1990s, with famous Taj Mahal views, Mehtab Bagh is a garden complex spread over 25 areas of land. The garden which gets partially flooded during the Monsoon season, is square in shape measuring about 300 meters. While restoring and reconstruction the garden, all the orginal plant species were replanted inorder to make it quite similar to the garden present in Mughal period.

Mehtab Bagh is a series of 11 parks on the Yamuna's east bank which is perfectly aligned opposite to the Taj Mahal.

Taj Yamuna View Point

Kalakriti culture and convention centre

Chini Ka Roza

Jahangir Palace

Jahangiri Mahal (Hindi: जहाँगीरी महल, Urdu: جہانگیری محل), may be the most noteworthy building inside the Agra Fort of India. The Mahal was the principal zenana (palace for women belonging to the royal household), and was used mainly by the Rajput wives of Akbar. It is a form of Islamic architecture .

Tomb of Mariam-UZ-Zamani

Taj Mahal

When India comes to mind obviously Taj Mahal is one of the must-see destinations to explore in India. It is a global landmark sought by millions across the globe and is recognized by UNESCO. Monument like the Taj are one of a kind. Known definition - The Taj Mahal is an ivory-white marble mausoleum on the south bank of the Yamuna river in the Indian city of Agra. Built between the period of 1631 and 1648 by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. Mumtaz Mahal, wife of Shajahan is the inspiration for the monument and is devoted in her memory, standing as the symbol of love for the forthcoming generations. Taj Mahal is being compared with Eiffel tower and other majestic monuments over the course of time as it was once the part of the Seven Wonders of the World.

Itmad-ud-Daula

Also known as Baby Taj because of its an architectural resemblance with the Taj Mahal, tmad-ud-Daulah, a tomb which has a special place in the chronicles of both history as well as architecture. Itmad-ud-Daulah is actually a mausoleum that overlooks the Yamuna River. Its historical connection with the Taj Mahal is quite interesting since this monument was built by the father of Mumtaz Mahal, for whom the world-famous Taj Mahal was built. It has intricate and colourful patterns and designs, ornate inlays and marbles all over the tomb.

Itmad-ud-Daulah, a tomb which has a special place in the chronicles of both history as well as architecture. Itmad-ud-Daulah is actually a mausoleum that overlooks the Yamuna River. Often described as the ‘Jewel Box’ or ‘Baby Taj’, get to admire the very first tomb in India that was made entirely out of Marble.

Tomb of Akbar the Great

Akbar's tomb is the tomb of the Mughal emperor Akbar. This tomb is an important Mughal architectural masterpiece. It was built in 1605–1613 by his son Jahangir and is situated in 119 acres of grounds in Sikandra, a sub of Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India.

Akbar's Tomb, also known as Sikandara, was the last resting place of Akbar. Although the construction was started by Akbar, it was completed by his son Jehangir. There are four red-sandstone gates standing tall featuring the tomb, having intricate details of patterns and inscriptions. Surrounded by lush green garden flourishing with beautiful shrubs and flowers, Akbar's Tomb is a must-visit attraction in Agra.

Opulent 17th-century Mughal mausoleum dedicated to Mughal Emperor Akbar built from marble & red sandstone with landscaped gardens.

Great Gate

Great gate is a beautiful precursor to the actual Taj Mahal, it won't be the focus of your trip but it serves its purpose well. This is the main gate to enter the Taj Mahal. Panoramic view of Taj Mahal is seen after entering the entrance. This gate made of wonderful structure attracts people.

Amar Singh Gate

This is the entrance to the Agra Fort for tourists. There are four gates to the fort. Two important gates are "The Delhi gate" and the"The Lahore gate". The Lahore gate has been named after the brave Amar Singh Rathore who served the Mughals.

Agra Fort

Agra Fort, one of the finest Mughal forts, built by Emperor Akbar in 1565. Spread over the area of 94 acres with walls as high as 70 feet, It is a massive military structure made from red sandstone sitting on the banks of Yamuna River. Consisting of various palaces including Sheesh Mahal and Shahjahani Mahal, it has four gates provided at four sides known as the Delhi Gate, the Amar Singh Gate, the Elephant Gate and the Khizri Gate opening onto the river.

Moti Masjid

Moti Masjid which literally means Pearl Masjid is one of the most magnificent monuments built by Mughal Emperror Shah Jahan. It is a beautiful white structure that stands awe-inspiring in its surroundings. The main complex has a courtyard with arched depressions and the main sanctum facade beyond. The sanctum has three large marble domes standing on the walls made of red standstone.

Soor Sarovar Bird Sanctuary

15-acre sanctuary featuring tranquil wetlands & a large population of migratory & local birds.

Rawli Temple Collactrate Agra Mahant Shekhar Sharma

Tomb Of John Russell Colvin

Mughal Heritage Walk Agra

Rajeshwar Mandir

Paliwal Park

K.D.Paliwal Park also known as Hewitt Park is located in the heart of Agra, India. It is spread over an area of around 70 acres (280,000 m2). It also has a small lake and has vast variety of trees.

Kau Ban Mosque

Nagina Masjid

The Nagina Masjid is a masjid in Agra Fort built by Shah Jahan. It is also known as the Gem Mosque or the Jewel Mosque (See Negin).

Dolphin Water Park

Taj Protected Forest

The Shish Mahal (The Glass Palace)

Shaheed Smarak Park

Dhakri Ka Mahal

Shri Krishna Janmasthan Temple, Mathura

Wildlife SOS - Elephant Conservation and Care Center

Keoladeo National Park

Keoladeo National Park or Keoladeo Ghana National Park formerly known as the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary in Bharatpur, Rajasthan, India is a famous avifauna sanctuary that hosts thousands of birds, especially during the winter season. Over 230 species of birds are known to be resident. It is also a major tourist centre with scores of ornithologists arriving here in the hibernal season. It was declared a protected sanctuary in 1971. It is also a World Heritage Site.Keoladeo Ghana National Park is a man-made and man-managed wetland and one of the national parks of India. The reserve protects Bharatpur from frequent floods, provides grazing grounds for village cattle, and earlier was primarily used as a waterfowl hunting ground. The 29 km2 (11 sq mi) reserve is locally known as Ghana, and is a mosaic of dry grasslands, woodlands, woodland swamps and wetlands. These diverse habitats are home to 366 bird species, 379 floral species, 50 species of fish, 13 species of snakes, 5 species of lizards, 7 amphibian species, 7 turtle species and a variety of other invertebrates. Every year thousands of migratory waterfowl visit the park for wintering and breeding. The sanctuary is one of the richest bird areas in the world and is known for nesting of resident birds and visiting migratory birds including water birds. The rare Siberian cranes used to winter in this park but this central population is now extinct. According to founder of the World Wildlife Fund Peter Scott, Keoladeo National Park is one of the world’s best bird areas.

Khas Mahal

Khas Mahal (Persian: خاص محل‎), meaning "The exquisite one of the palace", was Empress consort of the Mughal Empire as the wife of Mughal emperor Jahangir.

Sri Prithvinath Mahadev Mandir

Diwan-E-Khas, Fatehpur Sikri

Tomb of Salim Chishti

The Tomb of Salim Chishti is famed as one of the finest examples of Mughal architecture in India, built during the years 1580 and 1581, along with the imperial complex at Fatehpur Sikri near Zenana Rauza and facing south towards Buland Darwaza, within the quadrangle of the Jama Masjid which measures 350 ft. by 440 ft. It enshrines the burial place of the Sufi saint, Salim Chisti (1478 – 1572), a descendant of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti of Ajmer, and who lived in a cavern on the ridge at Sikri. The mausoleum, constructed by Akbar as a mark of his respect for the Sufi saint, who foretold the birth of Akbar's son, who was named Prince Salim after the Sufi Saint and later succeeded Akbar to the throne of the Mughal Empire, as Jahangir.

Jodha Bai's Palace

Sri Bageshwar Nath Mandir

Humayun Mosque مسجد

Hiran Minar, Fatehpur Sikri

Panch Mahal

Panch Mahal is a palace in Fatehpur Sikri, Uttar Pradesh, India. The Panch Mahal meaning 'Five level Palace' was commissioned by Akbar This structure stands close to the Zenana quarters. Literally means ‘Five level palace’, this structure was built for the sole purpose of relaxation and entertainment. Consisting of 176 columns incorporating jalis for the queens, it had beautifully carved pillars and housed a pool in front named Anoop Talab.

Literally means ‘Five level palace’, this structure was built for the sole purpose of relaxation and entertainment. Consisting of 176 columns incorporating jalis for the queens, it had beautifully carved pillars and housed a pool in front named Anoop Talab.

Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary

Subhash Emporium

Sri Sri Krishna Balram Temple (ISKCON Vrindavan)

Shah Jahani Mahal

The Shah Jahani Mahal is palace in the Agra Fort in northern India. It is situated between the white marble Khas Mahal and the red stone Jahangiri Mahal and is set, transitionally, in between these two major residential complexes of two different ages. It is the earliest attempt of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan to convert an existing redstone building in accordance with his taste. It is his earliest palace in Agra Fort and has a large hall and side rooms, and an octagonal tower on the river side. The skeletal construction of the brick masonry and red stone were all white, stuccoed with a thick plaster and colourfully painted with floral designs. The whole palace once glistened white, like white marble. On its face towards the Khas Mahal is a white marble dalan, composed of five nine-cusped arches supported on double pillars and protected externally by a Chhajja. Its western bay was closed to house the Ghaznin gate. Babur's baoli and well are situated beneath it. The subterranean apartments in several stories are also situated under this palace.

Keetham Lake

Keetham lake, also known as the Sur Sarovar, is a scenic lake just outside Agra on the Agra - Delhi highway (NH 2).

Taj Mahal Garden

Jama Mosque, Agra

Jama Masjid in Agra is opposite the Agra fort and overlooking the Agra Fort Railway Station. The Jama Masjid is also popularly known as the Jami Masjid or "Friday Mosque". It is one of the largest mosques in India.

Chand Baori

Chand Baori (चांद बाओरी in Hindi) is a stepwell situated in the village of Abhaneri in the Indian state of Rajasthan.

Birbal Bhawan

Birbal Bhavan also known as Birbal Palace is a famous attraction of Fatehpur Sikri. Believed to be built by or for Birbal, the advisor of Emperor Akbar. A unique monument which is a mixture of Mughal and Persian architectural styles, it consists of beautiful gardens and lawns.

Aram Bagh, Agra

The Aram Bagh is the oldest Mughal Garden in India, originally built by the Mughal Emperor Babur in 1528, located about five kilometers northeast of the Taj Mahal in Agra, India. Babur was temporarily buried there before being interred in Kabul. The garden is a Persian garden, where pathways and canals divide the garden to represent the Islamic ideal of paradise, an abundant garden through which rivers flow. The Aram Bagh provides an example of a variant of the charbagh in which water cascades down three terraces in a sequence of cascades. Two viewing pavilions face the Jumna river and incorporates a subterranean 'tahkhana' which was used during the hot summers to provide relief for visitors. The garden has numerous water courses and fountains.The name is a corruption of the Persian Aaram Bagh meaning 'Garden of Rest'. It is also variously known as Bagh-i Nur Afshan 'Light-Scattering Garden', Aalsi Bagh or 'Lazy Garden': according to legend, Emperor Akbar proposed to his third wife, who was a gardener there, by lying idle for 6 days until she agreed to marry him.Jahangir waited in the garden in early March 1621 for the most astrologically auspicious hour for him to enter Agra after he took the Fort of Kangra. The preserved, surviving architecture dates to his reign and demonstrates the skill of his wife Nur Jahan as a garden designer.

Mina Masjid

Mina Masjid or the Heavenly Mosque was built by Shah Jahan between 1631-40 near Diwan-i-Khas in Agra Fort. This small mosque was built, entirely of white marble, by the Mughal king Shah Jahan for his personal use.

Taj Mahal Garden

Marble & sandstone building & architectural counterbalance to the mosque in the Taj Mahal complex.

Sikandra Fort

Buland Darwaza

Buland Darwaza (Hindi: बुलंद दरवाज़ा, Urdu: بُلند دروازه‎), or the "Door of victory", was built in 1601 A.D. by Mughal emperor Akbar to commemorate his victory over Gujarat. It is the main entrance to the Jama Masjid at Fatehpur Sikri, which is 43 km from Agra, India.Buland Darwaza is the highest gateway in the world and is an example of Mughal architecture. It displays sophistication and heights of technology in Akbar's empire.