A trip to India is meaningless without visiting the city of Agra and its attractions. The jewel of India, the Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world, has raised this city several levels higher with its infinite beauty. When you search the name of Agra in the search engines, beautiful pictures of the Taj Mahal will fill the page, but if you think that the only attraction of this city is the Taj Mahal, you are wrong!
Check out 10 of the best places to visit in Agra at night and if you like it, share it with your friends. (The last place has a secret*)
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Taj Mahal (The Cliche of Agra Nights)
It may seem very cliché, but the first place you should see in the nights of Agra is the Taj Mahal. In the past few years, it has been one of the most visited places in Agra at night. The love story that lies behind this place attracts many people from all over the world to this city and fascinates everyone with its beauty. If you want to know about the love story about this place, you can read about it on Wikipedia. This place was built in memory of the third wife of Shah Jahan (King Gorkani).
One of the most beautiful things you can do in Agra at night is watching the lights and special atmosphere of the Taj Mahal. You can join groups of 50 people who gather at the Taj Mahal from 8:30 AM to 12 PM and explore there. You will be in 8 groups and you will learn many explanations about this mysterious place.
Agra Fort: The Icon of Agra
Agra Fort is one of the most lively places in Agra at night that you can visit and be sure you won’t regret it. For history lovers, this castle is one of the masterpieces of the world, dating back to the 16th century. Some historians believe that the Agra fort belonged to the Loris dynasty and was captured by Akbar Shah, the great Gurkan king, in the 16th century. During his relatively long reign, Akbar changed the center of government from Delhi to Agra, and this fort was one of the pillars of his government. UNESCO has included it in the World Heritage List. At night, the fort shines like a gold-plated building, illuminating India’s rich cultural heritage.
Kinari Bazaar: Shopaholics Heaven
Kinari Bazaar is a traditional market that sells street food, jewelry, spices, and handicrafts. It is a busy market that is full of life every day, but especially during the night, it creates a special feeling with its jam-packed narrow streets that attract travelers from all over the world. Here you can find all colorful traditional Indian clothes for men and women. The market closes at 9 pm.
Sadar Bazar is another local market that is one of the places to visit in Agra at night and is worth visiting.
Chini Ka Rauza
Among the night tourism attractions of Agra, the name of mysterious Chini Ka Rauza shines. This building is actually the tomb of Prime Minister of Shah Jahan, which was built between 1628 and 1639 near the Yamuna River. The tiles of this building were made by the hands of the Chinese, which are still there, but the inlays and enamels used are wearing out. So go see this place as soon as possible before it gets ruined!
Top Things to do in Agra at Night
- Attend the Musical Drama of Mohabbat-the-Taj
One of the most interesting things that can be done to better understand the story of Taj Mahal is to participate in the performance of Mohabbate Taj. This beautiful performance shows the story between Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal, which is performed several times during the night. The first performance starts at 6:30. The only drawback is that the performance is in Hindi and in order to understand what they are saying, you can sit in the gold and platinum seats and they will give you a translator headset.
- Take Photos at night in Taj Mahal
Don’t miss the infinite beauty of the Taj Mahal because you can take fantastic photos. Especially when the sun is setting, a special vibe takes over the environment and the lighting of this place is one of the most special and rare places that you can’t find anywhere else.
- Karaoke at Local Pubs
For nightlife in Agra, you can go to karaoke in public pubs and bars. You can show your singing skills in these places or just enjoy the performance of others. Nightlife in Agra can be very enjoyable if you know how to spend your night.
- Treat yourself to a stomach-churning tour
When traveling to a new place, never make the mistake of avoiding the food culture there because it is one of the most special experiences you can have in your life. The food culture of India is spoken by all the people who have traveled there.
The Petha from Panchi Petha at the Hari Parwat Crossing, the Paranthas from Ram Babu parantha Bhandar in Gopal Bazar, Chicken Kebab Wraps of Mama Chicken Mama Franky in Sadar Bazar, Gol-Gappa and Chaat of the Agra Chat House in Sadar Bazaar and Bedai and Jalebi of Deviram Sweets in Pratap Pura are among the places that are very famous and you can experience the best street food experience in them.
- Mystery Room Adventure
One of the top things to do in Agra at night is going to an mystery room. In these places, you can challenge your problem solving skills and if you are with your friends, you can all go to this mystery rooms together and play different scenarios. New experiences and good memories await you.
Conclusion
The nights of Agra are different from other Indian cities because one of the seven wonders is located in this city. At night, the Taj Mahal shines like the moon among the bright stars (other attractions of Agra at night). The love story of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal will delight you in the performance of Mohabbat-the-Taj. Don’t neglect photography in the nights of Agra and participate in the different entertainments that this city brings you and tell others about your experiences from Agra at night.
If you could find the secret of the Chini Ka Rauza, be sure to tell us in the comments.
