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EXPLORING OTHER HISTORICAL MARVELS
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Apart from Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, you can plan to visit Chini
ka Rauza, the tomb of a famous poet built in Persian style.
Itmad-ud-Daula’s tomb and Akbar’s tomb are other sites worth
visiting. The use of finest marble and tiles, accompanied by
mesmerizing geometrical designs and floral patterns, make
these structures as magical as Taj. You can easily find Agra
accommodation options that offer easy accessibility to
various Agra sites.
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ENJOY FESTIVALS AND FAIRS
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Plan a trip to Agra in February to be a part of the annual Tak
Mahotsav. This ten-day cultural festival is a world-famous
event that helps the tourists to explore the fabulous Indian art
and culture. Craft displays, folk music, cultural performances
and food festival are among the highlights of this event.
Pottery work, wood carvings, marble work, brass items and
hand-crafted dresses and carpets are the wonderful items to
purchase during the festival.
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GETTING ENTERTAINED AT NIGHT
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Attending the Light and Sound Show at Agra Fort in the
evening is an experience of a lifetime. In addition, the city has
entertainment venues in the form of cinemas, bars, pubs and
clubs. Apart from dance and music, you can relish upon the
scrumptious snacks available at these places.
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SOME FUN-FILLED ACTIVITIES
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Golfing is one of the many activities that you can enjoy during
Agra holidays. Bird watching and butterfly spotting at
Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary and other nature’s corners in and
around the city are thoroughly enjoyable. Fishing at the
nearby Keetham Lake or swimming at one of the pools in the
city can also be in your list.
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SHOPPING AND DINING
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The local markets in Agra are ruled by the mesmerizing
showpieces made of marble and wood. The city is host to a
booming leather industry and you can look for quality leather
handbags, sandals, wallets and belts in the city’s markets.
Brassware, paintings and gem stones are other items you
may take interest in.
