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Do You Know How Many Fairs & Festivals Celebrate In Agra

Agra is a city with ancient history and unique attraction. There are many unique places that will impress and will be interesting to everyone.

Taj Mahal, Red Fort Agra, Tomb of Akbar the Great, the mausoleum of Itamad-ud-Daula and Cheni-ka-Rauza, the city near Agra - Fatehpur Sikri, Mathura and Vrindavan - These places are the glory and pride of India, a vivid level of cultural illustrations of the people.

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Agra Transport You can get to Agra from Delhi in the following ways:

By train: the best option - quickly, inexpensively and comfortably and also luxurious. You can also get luxurious train experience in palace on wheels. See the video of the welcoming ceremony in palace on wheels and photo gallery.

By plane: Agra is connected to Delhi by local airlines, but is not popular due to the seasons and high ticket fares.

By bus: Between Agra and Delhi, both regular and private tourist buses run regularly.  The cost depends on the duration of the journey and service.

Don't Miss Festivals in Agra

1. Taj Mahotsav :

The Taj Mahotsav is one of the most anticipated holidays in India, which takes place in Agra every year in February and March and lasts ten days.

2. Ram Barat :

This is a grand celebration, at the end of Navarras (Agra), a grand performance celebration in Agra, just before Dussehra or the triumph of Rama over Ravana.

3. Kailash Fair :

The Kailash Fair is held just 12 km from Agra and is held at Kailash Temple to pay tribute to Lord Shiva. The festival was held in August/September to celebrate the appearance of Lord Shiva.

4. Bateshwar Fair :

Bateshwar Fair is organized in Bateshwar which is just 70 km from Agra and is name of the presiding deity of the region, Bateshwar Mahadeo. The fair is held every year during month of October or November to commemorate Lord Shiva.

Source : How Many Fairs & Festivals Celebrate in Agra