1Day One-day Agra Sightseeing

Taj Mahal

One of the splendors of Mughal rule in India and its very pinnacle of architecture is the monument of the Taj Mahal. Agra has become world famous because of the Taj Mahal. This is a mausoleum that Shah Jahan built in the 17th century for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Taj Mahal ranks among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites and one of the New 7 Wonders of the World. The Taj Mahal is made of white marble and inlaid with precious and semi-precious stones. The four minarets, the marble tomb, arched gateways, the dome, the use of symmetrical designs, intricate jaali work, calligraphy, and floral designs are the various things that make the Taj Mahal stand out from the rest of the monuments in Agra.

• Recommended duration of visit: 180 minutes

Agra Fort

Agra Fort is the next big Agra monument that you will visit on this one-day Agra sightseeing tour by cab. This impressive fort is one of the most powerful forts built by the Mughals. It is completely made of red sandstone and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Agra Fort has huge walls and powerful ramparts with numerous bastions, gates, palaces, and other structures. The buildings inside like Diwan-i-Aam, Mina Masjid, Sheesh Mahal, Jahangir’s Palace, Diwan-i-Khas, and Nagina Masjid have incredible architecture and intricate designs. There are lush gardens inside and spacious courtyards. Persian calligraphy, a view of the Taj Mahal, and ramparts are the various things to watch out for when visiting Agra Fort.

• Recommended duration of visit: 60 minutes

Mehtab Bagh

One of the most impressive Mughal gardens that you will visit on this one-day Agra sightseeing tour by cab is Mehtab Bagh. This Mughal garden gives the best possible views of the Taj Mahal. Mehtab Bagh is designed in such a way that it is perfectly aligned with the Taj Mahal. Mehtab Bagh is the last of all the 11 parks that the Mughals built on the banks of the Yamuna River. There are water fountains, walking paths, octagonal pavilions called baradaris, small ponds, and lush greenery. Mehtab Bagh was meant to be a moonlit garden with the best views of the Taj Mahal.

• Recommended duration of visit: 30 minutes

Itmad-ud-Daulah’s Tomb

One of the spectacular tombs in Agra is Itmad-ud-Daulah’s Tomb. The tomb is of such remarkable architecture that it is also called Baby Taj or Jewel Box. Itmad-ud-Daulah’s Tomb was built on the orders of Nur Jehan, the wife of Jahangir, for her father Mirza Ghiyas Beg. This monument is a gem of Persian architecture and has marble construction along with precious stones and gems. Perfectly symmetrical construction is the distinct feature of this monument. The use of Jaali screens, floral designs on the walls, ivory work, mosaic glass, geometric designs, and marble pavilions are some of the features that make this one of the best monuments to visit in Agra.

• Recommended duration of visit: 45 minutes

Sikandra Fort

Sikandra Fort is the tomb of Emperor Akbar, which was built by his son, Emperor Jahangir. This monument is close to Agra and was built in 1613. Sikandra Fort is a magnificent monument that is built of red sandstone and white marble. The chhatri on top of the monument, tall minarets, Persian calligraphy etched on the walls, floral motifs, and geometric patterns, are some features that you should look out for when visiting Sikandra Fort. The impressive outer façade of this marvelous monument is very photogenic. Delicate carvings on the ceilings, inlay work, and arched entrances, are some striking features in this tomb.

• Recommended duration of visit: 30 minutes