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  1. en.m.wikipedia.org › wiki › AgraAgra - Wikipedia

    Agra ( / ˈɑːɡrə /, Hindustani: [ˈaːgraː] ⓘ) is a city on the banks of the Yamuna river in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, about 230 kilometres (140 mi) south-east of the national capital Delhi and 330 km west of the state capital Lucknow.

  2. www.lonelyplanet.com › india › uttar-pradeshAgra travel - Lonely Planet | Uttar Pradesh, India, Asia

    Agra. Uttar Pradesh, India, Asia. The magical allure of the Taj Mahal draws tourists to Agra like moths to a wondrous flame. And despite the hype, it’s every bit as good as you’ve heard. But the Taj is not a stand-alone attraction.

  3. www.tajmahal.gov.in › about-agraAbout Agra - Taj Mahal-Official Website of Taj Mahal, Government...

    Agra is a city offering a discovery of the beautiful era. Agra has a rich history, reflected in its numerous monuments dotted in and around the city. The earliest citation for Agra comes from the mythological era, where the epic Mahabharata refer Agra as ‘Agravana’ meaning paradise in Sanskrit.

  4. www.incredibleindia.org › content › incredible-india-v2Agra Tourism | Places to Visit in Agra | Incredible India

    The city of the Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world, Agra in Uttar Pradesh is India's most popular tourist destination. Steeped in history, this ancient city is dotted with monuments, architectural wonders and beautifully landscaped gardens, which are remnants of the Mughal reign's majestic legacy.

  5. www.britannica.com › place › AgraAgra | India, Taj Mahal, Fort Agra, Mughal Capital | Britannica

    Jun 19, 2024 · Agra, city, western Uttar Pradesh state, northern India. It lies in the Indo-Gangetic Plain on the Yamuna (Jumna) River about 125 miles (200 km) southeast of Delhi. There was an early reference to an “Agravana” in the ancient Sanskrit epic Mahabharata, and Ptolemy is said to have called the site

  6. www.lonelyplanet.com › india › uttar-pradeshMust-see attractions Agra, Agra & the Taj Mahal - Lonely Planet

    Discover the best attractions in Agra including Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and Mehtab Bagh.

  7. www.culturalindia.net › monuments › taj-mahalTaj Mahal Agra India – History, Architecture, Facts, Myths, Visit...

    Taj Mahal. When was it built : between 1632 and 1653 AD. Who built it : Shah Jahan, 5th Emperor of the Mughal Dynasty. Time taken : 21 years. Where is it located : Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India. Why was it built : As a memorial to Shah Jahan’s beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal after her death in 1631.

  8. www.britannica.com › topic › Agra-FortAgra Fort | Images, Architecture, Akbar, & Facts | Britannica

    Agra Fort, large 16th-century fortress of red sandstone located on the Yamuna River in the historic city of Agra, west-central Uttar Pradesh, north-central India.

  9. www.holidify.com › places › agraAgra Tourism (2024) - India > Top Things To Do, Images ... -...

    History, architecture, romance all together create the magic of Agra, and hence, makes for a must-visit for anyone living in or visiting India. Agra is one of the most populous cities in Uttar Pradesh and 24th most populous city in India.

  10. www.holidify.com › places › agra19 Best Places to visit in Agra | Top Tourist Attractions | 2024...

    See most popular tourist places to visit in Agra, top things to do, shopping and nightlife in Agra, find entry timings, fees about various attractions in Agra, Uttar Pradesh