The earliest reference to Agra can be found in the epic Mahabharata. It was in the medieval period, however, that Agra rose to prominence. The relatively young city is home to India’s most famous attraction, the Taj Mahal, and the stupendous 16th-century Mughal-built Agra Fort, which encompasses within its walls the imperial city of the Mughal rulers. Today, the bustling streets of Agra are home to a thriving carpet industry, leather workers and marble and sandstone sculptors. It is possible to visit Agra as a day trip by train from Delhi; however, Cox & Kings suggests you spend at least 1 or 2 nights to give yourself the opportunity to visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise or sunset. The Oberoi Amarvilãs in Agra enjoys an unparalleled location – all its rooms enjoy views of the Taj Mahal and it is most certainly worth the upgrade.
Small Group Tours & Tailor-Made Holidays in Agra
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The Golden Triangle & Shimla
13 days 11 nights
From £2,995
Experience a taste of India on this outstanding introductory tour of the country’s most celebrated sights
Passage through Rajasthan
16 days 14 nights
From £2,795
The princely state of Rajasthan is India at its colourful best. Here, medieval forts gaze across the Thar Desert, Bengal tigers roam forest reserves, and sandstone palaces reveal a regal legacy
The Grand Tour of India
17 days 16 nights
From £3,795
Explore the diverse cultural influences that have created the fascinating heritage of India
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