Located on the banks of the languid Yamuna River, Agra was the capital of the Mughal Empire between 1526 and 1658, and is world famous for the Taj Mahal - an absolute "must" on any tour of India.
There is more to Agra than the Taj Mahal however. Agra Fort and nearby Fatehpur Sikri are also World Heritage sites and complement the beauty of the Taj Mahal.
A lesser known gem close to Agra is the Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary at Bharatpur, which is a delightful experience even for those with only a passing interest in birdlife.
The Oberoi Amarvilas is a great luxury hotel in Agra offering views of the Taj Mahal from every room.
