Agra Fort, Uttar Pradesh – A fortress of red sandstone

To get a sense of the rich history of the Mughal era, visit the walled palatial Agra Fort, one of the famous places in India that is built entirely of red sandstone. Built in 1565 by Akbar, this historical tourist place in India has two ornately designed gates: the Amar Singh Gate and the Delhi Gate. You can only enter through the Amar Singh Gate to uncover an ancient city filled with gateways, courts, passages, palaces and mosques.

Interesting fact: This fort was included in one of Sherlock Holmes’ cases: the “Sign of the Four” and was also the location for the movie Jodha Akbar.

Entry fee: Indians- INR 40
Foreigners- INR 550

Open from: Sunrise to sunset

Must see: Jahangir Palace, Nagina Masjid, Moti Masjid, Mina Masjid and Zenana Mina Bazaar.