Introduction: Agra, known as the Theatre of the Titans, is a city in Uttar Pradesh. It is located in the rich soil of Ganga-Yamuna plains in western UP. It is 203 kms away from South East of Delhi, the capital of India. It is a center of religion and commerce for a long time. Agra is the most popular for its Mughal establishments and the love and sacrifice of Shah Jahan the great architect cum Emperor. Agra is a pride of India. It is popular for the remains of the mughal cultures. The Lodhi dynasty used to rule over Agra before the advent of the mughals.

History: Historians suggest Agra to be the Agravana in the epic Mahabharata. It is expected to be known as Agralapura during the medieval age. An archaeological fact pushes the existence of Agra back to three million years. The Lodhi dynasty ruled over Agra for a long time. It was in the onset of the sixteenth century that the Mughals took over the ruling of Agra from the hands of Lodhis. The age of the Mughals was the age of construction and cultural advancements. After India attained its independence from the British army, Agra became a valued tourist destination.

Places of interest: There are certain places one should visit in Agra including Agra Fort built in the later sixteenth century. It is well designed with marvels. Fatehpur Sikri is an imperial capital built by Akbar in the hill of Sikri 39 km west of Agra, which is the abode place of saint Salim. Taj Mahal is one of the most unavoidable tourist destinations in Agra. It bears the love and sacrifice of Shah Jahan for his beloved wife Mumtaz. This monument is built upon the funeral of Mumtaz. The garden of Sikandra is built on the tomb of Akbar, which he himself designed before his death.

Travel information: November to February is the best season to visit Agra. Agra has a very good transport system. Roadways services and railways are easily accessible for Agra. There is a good eating and lodging facilities for all kind of visitors ranging from a laborer to a king. Luxurious hotels like Amarvilas, Hotel Mughal Sheraton and Jaypee hotel etc. are there to treat visitors in Agra. Tourists are suggested to carry blanket or a jacket if you wish to visit Agra during winter, as it is very cold during winter. All type of vegetable and non-vegetable foods are available in Agra.