The
city of Agra in the Uttar Pradesh state of India is the perfect tourist
destination in every sense. Not only is it the abode of a number of
world famous edifices like the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Akbar's Mausoleum,
Tomb of Itmad-Ud-Daulah and so on, the good thing is that most of these
monuments are located not very far from one another. The Taj erected by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan for his wife Mumtaz Mahal is among the Seven Wonders of the World and a world Heritage Site, making Agra the most important tourist destination in India. While the sight of the dazzlingly white Taj made of Marble is quite mesmerizing, the Agra Fort which's another World Heritage Site here has a very commanding presence.
When touring Agra in Uttar Pradesh, one also has the option of visiting other nearby popular tourist destinations. On Agra excursion trip, you can see Indian holy places Vrindavan and Mathura, the ancient city of Fatehpur Sikri, world famous Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary and other places. Availability of big and small restaurants and lodging options plus good road, rail and air connectivity makes Agra in India a favorable tourist destination.
Tourists travel Agra the whole year round, though most prefer to tour the region during the winters. Peak summer time from April to June months can be very warm with the temperatures soaring to even 45 degree sometimes. The following months see a drop in temperatures with the arrival of the monsoons. However, every season in Agra has its own distinct flavor and fun. Agra city tourism promises to provide its guests an experience of lifetime.