The Taj Mahal is the most spectacular building built by a man on earth. The Taj Mahal in Agra lures millions of tourist every year the round. The Taj Mahal has simple put Agra on the world tourism map. But apart from Taj Mahal, Agra is bejeweled with a number of marvels that are quite magnificent and enduring just as the Taj Mahal itself. Given below are some of the near by attractions near Taj Mahal that a tourists must visit when on an Agra tours.

Agra Fort
Besides being the city of the Taj, Agra is also famous for the Agra Fort. The fort is located near the Taj Mahal in Agra. The fort was constructed by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in year 1565, and is a must visit place when on an Agra tours. Besides being the city of the Taj, Agra is also famous for the Agra Fort. The fort is located near the Taj Mahal in Agra. The fort was constructed by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in year 1565, and is a must visit place when on an Agra tours. A trip to the Agra Fort during your Agra tour will offer an insight to the grandeur of the Mughals and their architecture.

Akbar’s Tomb
Another famous place to visit on your Taj Mahal tour is the Akbar’s tomb that lies at Sikandra, which is about 4 km from Agra city. Built by Akbar this architectural building is a finest example of different architectural styles and is quite unique from other Mughal buildings.

Fatehpur Sikri
Also located in Agra is the imperial city of the Mughal dynasty- Fatehpur Sikri. Constructed by Mughal emperor Akbar in 1570, this city served as the capital of the Mughals, but due to the shortage of water, Mughal Emperor Akbar had to abandon it. The city is known for the assimilation of Hindu and Islamic architecture with Persian & Hindu elements and is a must see attraction when on a Taj Mahal tour.

Itmad-ud-Daulah Tomb
The tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah built by Mughal Empress Nur Jehan in memory of her father Ghiyasuddin Beg is often regarded as the forerunner of the famed Taj Mahal as is aptly knows as a draft of the Taj Mahal. The tomb can be well compared to the Taj Mahal for its impressive inlay work and pietra dura work and is a must see when on a tour to Taj Mahal.

Vrindavan
Vrindavan near Agra is a scared destination and is honored for its connection with the life of Lord Krishna. The city houses as many as 4,000 temples dedicated to Lord Krishna and Radha and must be visited when on a tour to Taj Mahal.