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Agra Fort

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Agra Fort
Photo: A.Savin, FAL, via Wikimedia Commons

Red sandstone fort of the Mughal emperors on the Yamuna, with marble palaces added by Shah Jahan.

FortAgra, Agra districtBest time to visit: October to MarchUNESCO heritage 1983

Highlights

  • Jahangiri Mahal, Diwan-i-Am and Diwan-i-Khas
  • Musamman Burj, with a view across the river to the Taj Mahal
  • Moti Masjid and marble palace courtyards

Significance

Rebuilt in red sandstone under Akbar, it was the seat of Mughal power for long periods. According to tradition, Shah Jahan spent his last years here looking towards the Taj Mahal.

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