Information Of Agra Taj Mahal

Category Sub CategoryDetails
Basic InformationCity NameAgra
Basic InformationStateUttar Pradesh
Basic InformationCountryIndia
Basic InformationRegionNorthern India
Basic InformationRiverYamuna River
GeographyLocation TypeIndo-Gangetic Plain
GeographyAltitude169 Metres ASL
GeographyArea82 Sq. Kms (Urban approx.)
GeographyTerrainFlat alluvial plains
ClimateTypeSubtropical (Hot summers, cold winters)
ClimateSummer Temperature21°C to 45°C
ClimateWinter Temperature4°C to 31°C
ClimateClimateClimate
ClimateClimateJuly to September
ClimateSummer ClothingCotton clothes recommended
HISTORY & HERITAGE
CategorySub CategoryDetails
Ancient NameHistorical ReferenceAgravana (Mahabharata reference)
Ancient MentionGreek GeographerMentioned by Ptolemy
Medieval EraFounderSultan Sikandar Lodi
Mughal EraCapital StatusCapital under Akbar, Jahangir, Shah Jahan
Mughal NameHistorical NameAkbarabad
Historical Monument
CategorySub CategoryDetails
MonumentTaj MahalUNESCO World Heritage Site, symbol of love
MonumentAgra FortMughal royal residence and military fort
MonumentFatehpur SikriAncient Mughal capital city near Agra
MonumentAkbar’s TombLocated in Sikandra, burial site of Emperor Akbar
Monument ImportanceTourism ValueMajor global tourist attractions
Architecture StyleDesign InfluenceMughal, Persian, Islamic architecture
CULTURE OF AGRA
CategorySub CategoryDetails
Cultural InfluenceStyleBlend of Mughal, Persian, and Indian traditions
Art FormsHandicraftsMarble inlay work (Pietra Dura), leather craft
Cultural EventsFestivalsTaj Mahotsav, Diwali, Eid, Holi
Music & DanceTraditionClassical and folk performances
Cultural IdentityHeritageStrong Mughal-era cultural legacy
LifestyleUrban CultureTraditional + modern Indian lifestyle mix
TOURISM OF AGRA
CategorySub CategoryDetails
Tourism TypeCategoryHeritage, Cultural, and Historical tourism
Visitor FlowTypeDomestic and International tourists
Famous ExperienceTaj MahalSunrise and sunset viewing
Tourism ActivityShoppingHandicrafts, marble items, souvenirs
Tourism ImportanceNational RankOne of India’s top tourist cities
Tourist SeasonBest Time October to March
TRANSPORT & CONNECTIVITY
CategorySub CategoryDetails
Rail TransportRailway StatusMajor railway junction
Road TransportConnectivityConnected to Delhi, Jaipur, Lucknow
Air TransportAirportDomestic airport available
Local TransportOptionsAuto-rickshaws, taxis, e-rickshaws, buses
AccessibilityHighway NetworkWell-connected via NH routes
Tourism MobilityEase of TravelHigh tourist-friendly transport availability
FOOD OF AGRA
CategorySub CategoryDetails
Famous SweetSignature DishPetha (Agra special sweet)
Street FoodPopular ItemsChaat, Bedai, Jalebi
SnacksTraditional FoodDalmoth (spicy dry snack mix)
Cuisine TypeStyleMughlai + North Indian cuisine
Food CultureIdentityRich street food and traditional Mughal flavors
Tourist AttractionFood ExperienceLocal food tasting is a major attraction
ECONOMY & IMPORTANCE
CategorySub CategoryDetails
Main EconomySectorTourism-based economy
IndustriesHandicraftsMarble inlay, leather goods, carpets
Trade ItemsFamous ProductsPetha, handicrafts, souvenirs
EmploymentSourceTourism and small-scale industries
Economic RoleCity ImportanceMajor contributor to Uttar Pradesh tourism revenue