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Top 20 Things to Do and Places To Visit in Agra in Golden Triangle Tour

Explore the rich culture and history of Agra, home to the iconic Taj Mahal, with this guide to the top things to do and places to visit in the Golden Triangle Tour. From photography at the Taj Mahal to bird watching in Chambal Sanctuary, there is something for everyone in this vibrant city.

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Top 20 Things to Do and Places To Visit in Agra in Golden Triangle Tour

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  1. Top 20 Things to Do and Places To Visit in Agra in Golden Triangle Tour Home to the epitome of love, Taj Mahal Agra packs in a host of options for tourists to experience the culture and history of Mughals. This semi-urban city serves a perfect contrast to the highly crowded and urban life of Delhi as one also gets a slice of village life away from the crowds while in Agra. Situated at a distance of 217 km from Delhi, the city forms a part of the Golden Triangle Circuit along with Delhi and Jaipur.

  2. TOP THINGS TO DO IN AGRA While Taj Mahal remains the most visited site in Agra, the city is proud of its other eminent attractions that deserve every bit of the attention of travelers who want to explore the history of India. If you feel too confused to think about which other places to travel to or things you should not miss in your Golden Triangle Tour to Agra, take a look at our list of things to do and places to visit in Agra.

  3. 1. Photography at Taj Mahal Revered as the most beautiful monument built by Mughals, Taj Mahal is the most important part of Golden Triangle Tours India and a scenic spot for taking picture-perfect snapshots. The exquisite architecture of the monument coupled with intricate patterns and paintings decorating its interiors are worth every shot you take here. However, it’s better to take all the permissions required to capture the interiors of this heritage building to avoid last minute interruptions. For best snapshots, you have to reach the spot early in the morning when it is still dark so you are able to capture the monument under the rays of rising sun from different angles. Taking pictures on a clear sunny day is recommended as the white marble monument looks most beautiful against a clear blue sky.

  4. 2. Taj Nature Walk A walk through Taj Nature Park located just 500 meters away from Taj Mahal’s eastern gate, on the banks of river Yamuna is the best way to gather a bird’s eye view of the monument and the flora and fauna surrounding the palace. The park houses many varieties of butterflies, birds, mammals and reptiles which let you have a close view of the wildlife abounding in the region. Besides being a good place to relax and rejuvenate amidst the greenery, the park has several mounds and platforms which let you capture some of the most amazing views of the Taj.

  5. 3. Shopping at KinariBazar During Golden Triangle Tour Agra you can shopping at KinariBazar is an another activity that indulge in to spend your afternoons in Agra. The narrow streets of this popular bridal market make it easy to hop from one shop to another to find best quality products at most reasonable prices. Here, you can buy traditional bridal jewelry, clothes and art objects. You can also try the sumptuous street food at various food joints located inside the market.

  6. 4. Bird Watching In Chambal Sanctuary Chambal Sanctuary, located an hour’s drive away from Taj Mahal, is known for the great variety of birds especially migratory birds found in this region. To best explore the flora and fauna of Chambal forest, you can take river safaris on Chambal River which will give you a close-up view of the animals and birds residing within the sanctuary. Some of the birds you will spot in this nature park are cranes, blue rock pigeons, spoon hills and partridges.

  7. 5. Attending Marble Inlay Workshop The most beguiling character in the architecture of Taj Mahal that gives it the recognition of being the most beautiful monument is the marble inlay work. This art form enlists inlaying of gemstones within marble to form different patterns and is used extensively on the interior walls of Taj Mahal. To better understand the history of the craft, attending a marble inlay workshop at Kalakriti Cultural Convention Centre in Agra is an amazing part of Agra city tour and must for anyone who wants to unravel the mystery behind the intricate motifs which attract so much attention. In the workshop, you will get a chance to watch the craftsmen making marble wares like table tops, figurines, boxes, and other items.

  8. 6. Mohabbat-The-Taj Drama Show An evening spent watching Mohabbat-The-Taj showat Kalakriti Cultural Centre, lets you witness the epic tale of love between Shahjahan and Mumtaz Mahal in an entertaining way. The show is put together in a series of drama and dance acts performed by talented artists. Apart from the saga of love depicted in the drama, the show also gives a peek into the lavish lifestyle of Mughal rulers. The dance performances are another interesting feature that arrests your attention.

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