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Top attractions in Agra

Taj Mahal
Agra Fort
Mehtab Bagh
Akbar’s Mausoleum
Jehangir's Palace
Khas Mahal
Kinari Bazaar
Taj Museum


Must Know Facts
Best time to visit Agra Agra has dry summers, mild winter, and moderate monsoons. It also has the best time to visit Agra would be in the transition between summer and winter. Generally, the months between October and March are considered as the tourist season, with an average temperature of around 10 to 12 degrees Celsius. The heat of summer will have cooled off, and winter will be just around the corner, by mid-October. You can also visit Agra during the monsoon season, between August and October. The vision of a rain-drenched Taj Mahal is indeed a sight to behold.

How to reach Agra Agra is well-connected with all the major cities in India like Delhi, Lucknow, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Chennai and Cochin. The main airline company connecting these cities to Agra is Air India. There is no international airport in Agra, so tourists traveling to this city from abroad are advised to head to any of the major cities in India like Delhi or Mumbai and catch a flight to Agra from there. Airlines operating between Delhi/Mumbai and other cities like Dubai, London, Paris, New York, etc. include Jet Airways, Indigo, Emirates, Etihad Airways, British Airways, etc.

Transport In Agra The Agra Municipal Corporation has a lot of local A/C and non-A/c buses connecting the various places of interest in and around Agra City. Many of these buses are available from Agra Cantonment Railway Station. The Uttar Pradesh Tourism Department also has a lot of buses to the many offbeat monuments and tombs in Agra.

People of Agra The people of Agra are known for their charming and serene nature. They have a traditional style of dressing and contemporary lifestyle. The majority of the locals follow the Hindu religion, while a minority follow Islam, Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism. Agra has always had astrong focus on education. It was a centre of Islamic learning during the Mughal period, it became a key focus of Hindi literature during the rule of the British, who also introduced the Western concept of education here. Presently Agra has a literacy rate of 81% which is higher than the national average.

Languages of Agra The official language of Agra is Hindi, the same as the national language of India. Many of the residents also speak Urdu and Punjabi. A few of them also speak Brijbhasa. Because of the presence of tourists from around the world in the city, the people, especially tour guides, are also familiar with English.

History of Agra The history of Agra is closely intertwined with the Mughals. But the city itself was established well before the Mughals ever came to India. Agra has been mentioned as ‘Agraban’ in Vyasa’s Sanskrit epic, Mahabharata. It is believed that Agra City was built by Badal Singh, in the year 1475. Sultan Sikandar Lodi made it his capital, during his reign of Delhi Sultanate. Ever since, the city, then known as Akbarabad, has been the ruling capital of many kings, especially the Mughal Emperors. It was they who transformed this city, adorning it with beautiful monuments and colourful gardens. The foundations for the modern city of Agra as we see it today, was laid by the Emperor Akbar. He had made the city a centre for art, culture, commerce and learning. Agra is the birthplace of the religion, Din-i-Ilahi, Akbar’s brainchild. The influence of the Mughals can still be seen today, in Agra’s cuisine and art forms.

Culture of Agra Agra has a unique cultural heritage, influenced a lot by the Mughals who had transformed this city into a centre of commerce, art and learning. Due to its proximity to Mathura and Vrindavan, we can also find influences of Brij culture in Agra. The city hosts a medley of festivals. The Taj Mahotsav is conducted to promote local arts and crafts. The Taj Literature Festival brings together the icons of the literary world from around the globe, in Agra. A lot of traditional celebrations are also held in the city like Ram Barat and Kailash Fair. A harmonious blend of all these cultures are reflected in the beautiful handicrafts, made painstakingly, by the craftsmen of this city. Hindustani classical music flourished in Agra, under the patronage of the Mughals. The city is also known for its folk dance Ramlila, a re-enactment of the Sanskrit epic Ramayana. Kathak is another dance form that is performed in Agra. Most of the people enjoy Mughlai and North Indian cuisine.

Weather of Agra Agra has a semi-arid climate, with dry summers and mild winters. The temperature in Agra can go as high as 45 degrees Celsius. The lowest recorded temperature in Agra, is around 5 degrees Celsius. The summer months are from March to June and are very humid. If you are planning to visit Agra during this time, carry a casual summer wardrobe with you. October to February are the cool winter months and is the peak tourist season.