Best places to visit in Agra 1. Taj Mahal - It is UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1983. One of the seven wonders of the world. It was built by the 5th Mughal Emperor Shahjahan in the loving memory of his beloved wife Arjumand Bano Begum popularly known as Mumtaz Mahal. Situated on the bank of river Yamuna. It was completed by 20,000 workers in 1653. Taj Mahal is closed on every Friday. 2. Agra Fort - After the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort is the second most visited place in Agra. It is also known as Lal Qila. It was built by the 3rd Mughal Emperor Akbar the Great. It was completed within 8 years in 1573. Inside the Agra Fort there are many places to see like - Jahangir's Palace, Jahangir's Bowl, Khas Mahal, Meena Masjid, Nagina Masjid, Diwan-a-Aam, Diwan-a-Khas etc. 3. Itimad-Ud-Daulah Tomb (Also known as Baby Taj) - It is about 04 k.m. far from the Taj Mahal located left side on the bank of river Yamuna. It was built by the Empress Noorjahan in the loving memory of her father Mirza