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Swati Jain has been travelling the world since she was a kid and has explored parts of Europe, US, UK and India. Since she quit her cubicle job in 2013, Swati has been backpacking in and around India covering 145 cities across 20 states. Her expertise lies in writing the travel, hotel and food guides. She blogs at www.buoyantfeet.com
The historically rich city of Agra is beyond words and is one of the most preferred destinations for a quick getaway from Delhi. As you enter the city, it’s hard not to notice the beautifully carved monuments, the majority of which are built in the Mughal style of architecture. Agra needs no introduction among travellers as it is home to one of the Seven Wonders of the World—the Taj Mahal. Undoubtedly, the Taj tops the list of every tourist travelling to India or Agra. However, there are many other places to visit in Agra that unfortunately have been overshadowed by this splendid white marble mausoleum. Some of these lesser known attractions are mentioned here.
Jama Masjid of Agra is popularly referred to as Jami Masjid or the ‘Friday Mosque’. It is one of the largest mosques in the country. This intricately carved red sandstone mosque was built in 1648 by the Mughal Emperor Sh...more
Showcasing the cultural heritage of Agra, Kalakriti Cultural & Convention Center is the largest and most impressive emporium in the city. The emporium is located in proximity to the Taj Mahal. The entrance door of the em...more
Agra Bear Rescue Facility is located inside Soor Sarovar Bird Sanctuary, which manages and protects the largest sloth bear population in the world. Wildlife SOS, the organisation that has been working towards ending the ...more
Gyarah Sidi or Eleven Steps is almost isolated and was a chance discovery for me while in Agra. These freestanding steps, in ruins at present, are situated near Mehtab Bagh—a place from where the Taj Mahal can be viewed ...more
The unknown Soor Sarovar Bird Sanctuary spans over 15 acres of green expanse, around 17 km from Agra. Declared a bird sanctuary in 1991, this site, particularly Keetham Lake, has been attracting birds from near and far. ...more
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