7 Places To Visit In Agra Beyond The Taj Mahal
although the Taj Mahal is the crown jewel for Agra, the city of Agra has many monuments and places that hold significant importance as tourist spots.
Posted On October 20th, 2020
Agra Fort
the Agra fort was built by Akbar from Red sandstone in 1558 when the city was the capital of the Mughal Empire. When Shah Jahan shifted the capital from Agra to Delhi, the Agra fort lost much of its dominance and after the death of Shah Jahan, it saw many rulers until it finally fell in the hands of the British.
Mehtab Bagh
across the river from Taj Mahal lies the Mehtab garden. For a different perspective on Taj Mahal and for dodging the expensive entry fees of the monument, one can visit the Mehtab Bagh. It was built by the founder of the Mughal empire in India, Babur.
Mughal Heritage Walk Through Kachhpura Village
The Mughal Heritage Walk was started by the Centre of Regional and Urban Excellence, popularly known as CURE. During the walks, one is guided by villagers trained as travel guides who walked you through the Kachhpura village to Mehtab Bagh
Taj Nature Walk
If you're looking for a getaway from the crowded areas of the monument of Taj Mahal but do not want to compromise on seeing the monument, you can walk through the naturistic path around the Taj Mahal.
Sheroes Hangout
The Sheroes Hangout was started in the year 2014 by a Delhi based NGO called Stop Acid Attacks. It is completely run by an all-female staff of acid attack survivors who serve delicious, mouth-watering food to the visitors.
The Bazaars of the Old City
A web of dazzling street shops and markets lies behind the Jama Masjid of the 17th Century. If you want to try your hand at haggling and buying beautiful materials, go to the Bazaars of the Old City
Agra Bear Rescue Center
Located Soor Sarovar Bird Sanctuary, the Agra Bear Rescue Center is a project by the Wildlife SOS Foundation which protects the sloth bears that used to be caged and forced to dance. It is a must-visit for any animal lover
