Most people who come to India as tourists, head to Agra the first chance they get. This is, as you might have guessed already, because of Taj Mahal, one of the seven man-made wonders of the World. Come to Agra and check out not only this White marble wonder but also the historical monuments and the fine cuisine of this magnificent city.

Agra - Location

Agra is around 203 kms from Delhi, the capital of India and about 235 kms from Jaipur, capital of Rajasthan, which is a major tourist destination of India

Agra -When To Visit

Agra is quite hot, in the summers the temperature can be anything between 22� C and 42� C, and in the winters it is usually somewhere between 4.2� C and 29� C. Though tourists come to Agra throughout the year, the best time is between Ocotber and March, when the weather is more pleasant.

Agra - Excursions

Travel to Sur sarovar or Keetham lake, which is great place to enjoy outdoor activities. Here one can go fishing or enjoy a picnic with their children and loved ones. Firozabad can also be visited, which is famous for its factory shops that sell glassware at a reasonable price. If you are really out to explore the wonderful places, then you can travel to Vrindavan, which is famous for its Govind Dev Temple and Krishna Balram Temple. Vrindavan can either be reached by train or road. You might want to visit the Keoladeo Ghana National Park, which was formerly called the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary. The National park is at a distance of 55 kms from Agra, so it can easily be visited while you are enjoying a holiday in Agra. The national park, besides being home to several kinds of birds, also has jackals, cats, hyenas, antelopes and even reptiles. While you are in Bharatpur also check out the historical places such as the Bharatpur Fort or the Loha Garh, besides a Government Museum.