Located about 204 km south of
Delhi in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, Agra is one of
the most famous tourist spots of the country. The city,
situated on the west bank of river the Yamuna, is known
world over as home to a wonder of the world, Taj Mahal.
A part of the great northern
Indian plains, Agra has a tropical climate. Summers are
extremely hot and the maximum temperature can be as high as
45 degree Celsius, while winters are cold and foggy. The
monsoon season is marked by heavy rains and high humidity.
The places around Agra also
form interesting tourist spots. The Mathura-Vrindavan region
forms an important pilgrimage place for Hindus as it is
closely associated with the birth and childhood of Lord
Krishna, an important deity in the Hindu religious pantheon.
Fatehpur Sikri presents another marvel of the Mughal
architecture and splendour. A trip to Agra remains
incomplete if one doesn't visit these places of interest
surrounding it.
