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Pro
The Taj Mahal is a "most see"
Con
Beware of begars and people selling stolen goods
In a nutshell
Absolutely breathtakingly beautiul
mariocibelli Says: What can you say...Went with a group, so have no idea about the ticket process etc..Must say do a good job of keeping away the touts and beggars from here, you will however find them all at the Fort.
dhod Says: Of course every visitor must go to the Taj Mahal, but it is also worth visiting the Agra Fort, further down the Yamuna river from Taj.Also about 1 hour drive out of Agra is Fatiphur Sikri.The Agra Fort is a beautiful fortress built with views looking down the river towards...
nancyw Says: Ok, Mumbai is a long way from Agra, but since most foreign tourists stop in Mumbai first...The outdoor laundry will make you appreciate washers and dryers like nothing else. Laundry is picked up from businesses and homes, brought to the laundry, washed and ironed and...
When you're in Agra, go see...
sandravdp Says: When you're in Agra, go see the Red Fort. There is so much to see in it. Several other buildings are inside so you at least need two or three hours to see all this!
The Taj Mahal, what else?! You...
sandravdp Says: The Taj Mahal, what else?! You must come in the early morning. Not too many visitors then and the sunset is beautiful.Come on friday (or was it thursday?) then the entrance is free. On other days it will cost you 25 dollars to get in.
sandravdp Says: Go to Zorba the Buddha for dinner. Everywhere you can eat vegetarian food, but this restaurant is simply the best. Everything is so clean here! The restaurant is even known outside India. It also has a website: www.zorbathebuddha.net/.org/.com Never forget that tomatoesalad...
sandravdp Says: Go to one of the rooftop restaurants. The view is exellent and breakfast is really tasty here (omelets, toast, fruits and tea). This rooftop restaurant is very near the Taj Mahal.
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There is not a lot of that here. I guess you can go to a concert or cinema to enjoy yourself later in the evening. A late dinner is also always okay.
Written Sep 7, 2002
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Bikericksjaw, taxicab...
On the picture: travelfriends just negociated about the price to pay. It's very normal to do this in India. The best is to talk about the price before you take the service of a ricksjawrider.
Written Sep 7, 2002
Organised tours inevitably bring the tourists to certain cottage industries, where they show off the local customs and handicrafts.
Whilst they always want to sell their goods these tours can be very interesting.
Of course, when in Agra you have to visit the factory shop where they show you how they make the intricate marble inlayed souvenirs. The semi-precious stones are hand cut to size and then very carefullly laid into a hand-cut piece of marble, sealed and polished to give a beautiful work of art.
What to buy: Undoubtedly the main thing to buy in Agra is marble, with inlaid semi-precious stones.
Jewellery is also very good and considerably cheaper than in the UK, with some unusual designs.
What to pay: You can spend a lot of money on some of the beautiful items- but just consider how much hard work has gone into making the item- then have it valued back home to find out the real cost and you should be pleasently suprised!
Written Feb 16, 2004
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Make sure that you wear long sleaves, trousers or a dress. You'd better don't were shorts or small skirts. People will look at you with disregard then...
Updated Sep 7, 2002
MikeStacey Says: You will be faced with "street rep's" offereing to take you (for free) to there Fathers, or Grandfathers workshop where they do Marble inlays etc.... Also carpet/rug making is another favourite along with wooden carving. When you arrive the person who took you will disappear...
indiabazaar Says: Agra is the place where is lot of Tourist cheaters.Dont Belive them if they tell you this stories1. We have showroom in your coutrny and want to send some carpets. but due to save export duty you carry ityou buy from here and deliver in our showroom in your country and get...
dhod Says: Agra is a very poor place, and the people on the streets want to sell everything they can to the tourists- including their granny!Beware, they are like flies around a honeypot. The "marble" they will try to sell you is not actually marble but a very cheap inferior...
sandravdp Says: Everybody tries to sell something. Watch out for people who try to rip you off. Especially the ricksjawdrivers try this.
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Luggage and bags: Bring along your backpack!
Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: See cultural tips!
Toiletries and Medical Supplies: Bring along a bottle of suncream, a mosquitonet, anti mosquitospray, take those malariapills and bring along pills against diarhoea!
Photo Equipment: Film you can't get everywhere. Watch the expiredates carefully though! Develop the films at home...
Written Sep 7, 2002
Yso Says: Fatehpur Sikri is a fortified city which was completely abandoned in 1598 due to water supply problems. The city is well preserved and the Moghol architecture is some of the best of it's kind. Its a good place for a day trip from Agra.To get there you can take a local bus or...
Go to Fatehpur Sikri, the lost...
sandravdp Says: Go to Fatehpur Sikri, the lost city! The city has several buildings and gardens on a big square. Every building is red. The sculptures are wonderful! You can find out more about this place on my INDIAPAGE!
indiabazaar Says: Agra is Expensive to stay and not clean town to stayif you can go 75 Km out there is place Mathura and Vrindhwan there is cheap and resonable hotelsand this is place where lord krishna bornyou will love that town also and save some money to stay there.. and nice food
NoodleT Says: The Taj Mahal is truly breathtaking. You'll need to wander around and view it from every angle to truly appreciate it.
Agra, city of wonders. The taj Mahal for example is a so called 'world wonder'. And yes, it is very special, a real must see. Get up early to see it in a beautiful sunrise sky setting. Also nice to......
When someone say's to you "The Taj Mahal" it is something most people can picure in there mind. It's a place most people have seen on the TV, or in a book, magazine...etc.. But not until you've been...
The city of Agra is home to one of the greatest romantic sights in the world- the Taj Mahal. It's a shame the city that encapsulates it is so filthy and poverty struck. However, it is still worth the...
There are very few cities in the world that can match the history and heritage of Agra - the city of Taj Mahal. Located at a distance of 204 km south of Delhi, Agra is the single most famous tourist...
There is a lot to see in Agra but most visitors come to see the Taj Mahal, certainly the most beautiful building I have ever seen. Agra fort is also popular and I will be adding pictures of it here......
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