Agra is
famous as being home to one of the seven
wonders of the world - the Taj Mahal -
sheer poetry in marble
, majesty and magnificence,
unrivalled.
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Climate
Agra has a
tropical climate, wtih extremely
hot and humid summers (maximum temperatures
rises to 45°C) and foggy and cold winters.
Heavy rains mark the monsoon season.
Winter is the best season
to
visit Agra.
Language
The main languages are Hindi,
Urdu and English
(in some tourist
spots).
Connectivity
 Nearest
Airport(s): Agra
Domestic, Delhi
International - approximately 204 kms Nearest
Railway Station(s):
Agra Nearest Bus
Stop: Agra
Taj
Mahal, the monumental labour of love
of a Mughal ruler, Shah
Jahan , for his
beloved queen Mumtaz took 22 years in the
making from 1631 AD. An estimated 20,000 people worked to
complete the enchanting mausoleum on the banks of the river
Yamuna
.
For a
breathtaking beautiful view of the Taj Mahal,
see it by moonlight.
The region is
also endowed with some of the finest
structures in the world like the Agra
Fort, Chini Ka Rauza (an example of
Persian Mughal architecture), Ram Bagh
(gardens of the Mughal era),
Sikandra (mausolem with the best of Hindu
& Muslim architectures), Itmad-ud-daulah tomb,
Mariyam 's
Tomb, Jama Masjid, Radha Saomi Samadhi at Dayalbagh
and the ancient city of Fatehpur Sikri
which unveils the
shrouds on Indian history.
Today,
luxury and modern convenience also exist adjacent to tradition
- luxury hotels, shopping malls and
plazas, wide avenues and a superb
choice of venues for recreation, business, sports,
pleasure, education and the arts.
The city is
also famous for its carpets, gold thread embroidery
and leather shoes. While in Agra,
you cannot miss out on the Mughlai cuisine
served at most restaurants. Also remember to taste the famous
'Petha' (milk sweet) of Agra. For
shopping you can get some exquisite handicrafts from various
markets at Sadar
Bazar, Kinari Bazar and
Munro Road.
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