Visiting
TimeAgra can be visited throughout the year, but one must avoid
the extreme hot summers (April-June) and rainy season (July-Sept). The
most suitable time to visit Agra is in winters.
Monuments
in AgraTemples
in AgraFairs & FestivalsAgra city is known for its Taj
Mahotsav (Taj Festival). This cultural festival is held every year in
the month of February. The Taj Mahotsav brings traditional Indian music
and dance on a single platform for the tourist to relish.
Shopping
in AgraAgra has both traditional and modern shopping areas. It
is known for leather products, jewelry, rug weaving and marble work. The
Sadar Bazaar area and the area south of Taj Ganj, boasts of many emporia
and shops. Shilpgram or crafts village is located 1 km from the eastern
side of the Taj, from where one can buy good quality craft items.
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How
to reach
- Air
Agra is on the main tourist route of
Delhi/Agra/Khajuraho/Varanasi. Flights connect Agra to Delhi,
Khajuraho and Varanasi.
- Rail
Agra lies on the Delhi to Mumbai broad - gauge
railway line. Express trains from Delhi, Mumbai, ta, and Chennai
halt at Agra. Palace on Wheel the most luxurious train also includes
Agra in its itinerary.
- Road
Agra is connected to Delhi, Rajasthan and other
cities of Uttar Pradesh by excellent bus services. The travel inside
in side the city the local transport rickshwas, tongas and tempos
are the best means.
