History of Agra

Agra famous for Taj Mahal has found its presence in the famous Hindu epic Mahabharat as the forest of Agraban nearby Mathura. Taj Mahal comes among the Seven Wonders of World Badal Singh founded Agra city in 1475. Sikandar Lodhi made Agra his capital city. The Mughal love of architecture translated into beautiful monuments such as Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri and Sikandra. The glory of Agra was at its peak during the reign of Akbar, Jehangir and Shah Jahan. Akbar made it the center of art, culture, commerce and learning and Shah Jahan saw it in full bloom. In fact, it is said that it was Akbar who laid the foundation of the modern city that we see now in 1558 and was known as Akbarabad. Most of the buildings belong to the period between mid-16th century and 17th century and were of high quality. These monuments were built in the contemporary Mughal style. Mughlai cuisine and the skilled craftsmen can still be seen in the narrow lanes of the city as a reminiscent of the lost times.

Budget Hotels in Agra

Mayur Tourist Complex Agra - Fatehabad Road, Agra, 0562-4032310, 2332302

Amar Yatri Niwas Agra - Fatehabad Road, Agra, 0562-2233030-34, 4008400, 4008401

Hotel Ashish Palace Agra - Fatehabad Road, Agra, 0562-2230032, 4001818, 2330403

Hotel Atithi Agra - Fatehabad Road, Agra, 0562-2330878, 2230040, 2330880

Taj Plaza - Taj East Gate Road, Agra, 0562-6941550, 2232515, 3294100