Agra district, Administrative district in northern Uttar Pradesh, India.
The district spans 4,027 square kilometers along the Yamuna River, containing six administrative divisions and numerous historical monuments within its boundaries.
The district emerged as a center of Mughal power in the 16th century, serving as the imperial capital during the reigns of emperors Babur, Akbar, and Shah Jahan.
The district maintains strong traditions of marble craftsmanship, Persian-influenced architecture, and regional arts through events such as the Taj Mahotsav festival.
The district connects to major cities through National Highway 19, railway junctions at Agra Cantt, and regular flights from Kheria Airport.
The district houses three UNESCO World Heritage sites: the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and Fatehpur Sikri, forming a triangle of Mughal architectural excellence.
Location: Agra division
Capital city: Agra
Elevation above the sea: 169 m
Website: http://Agra.nic.in/
Shares border with: Hathras district
Website: http://Agra.nic.in
GPS coordinates: 27.08333,77.96667
Latest update: May 10, 2025 10:58
Taj Mahal
12.6 km
Agra Fort
12 km
Tomb of I'timād-ud-Daulah
13.7 km
Moti Masjid
12.1 km
Mehtab Bagh
13.1 km
Jama Masjid
12 km
Jahangiri Mahal
11.8 km
Mankameshwar Temple
12.3 km
Akbar's Church
13.4 km
Musamman Burj
12 km
Diwan-i-Am
12 km
Nagina Masjid
12 km
Taj Mahal view point within nature walk
12.8 km
Shah Jahani Mahal
12 km
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception of Agra
13.4 km
Taj Mahal Museum
12.4 km
Akbari Mahal
12 km
Diwan-i-Khas
12 km
Darwaza-i-Rauza
12.3 km
Taj Nature Walk ₹100
12.6 km
John Russell Colvin's tomb
12 km
Somnath Gates
12 km
Khas Mahal
12 km
Chitor Gates
12 km
Machchi Bhawan
12 km
Jahangir's Bath
12 km
Tower with viewpoint on the Taj Mahal
13.1 km
Scenic viewpoint
12.9 kmReviews
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