Resting along the banks of the Yamuna River, Agra is one of the world's most iconic heritage destinations and the glittering anchor of India's Golden Triangle circuit. Once the seat of the Mughal Empire under emperors Akbar, Jahangir, and Shah Jahan, the city houses an extraordinary concentration of UNESCO World Heritage Sites that showcase the zenith of Mughal architectural ingenuity. While the luminous white marble dome of the Taj Mahal serves as the city's global symbol, Agra's legacy extends deep into red sandstone fortresses and imperial gardens. From the palatial pavilions of Agra Fort and the symmetrical riverside serenity of Mehtab Bagh to the nearby ghost city of Fatehpur Sikri, Agra immerses travelers in centuries of royal folklore, master marble-inlay craftsmanship (Pietra Dura), and legendary Mughlai culinary traditions.