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Private Agra Culture Walk Old City Charm
Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India
$45.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
The most authentic way to experience Agra is on foot,
as you walk through the streets and soak in the true
character of the city.
This culture walk through the old town of Agra is your
best introduction to the city’s history, people, religion,
food, clothing, trade and more!
Understand the true meaning of 'method in the madness' or 'organised chaos' when you witness local commerce in the oldest markets of the city.
The tour shall give you endless subjects to capture through your lens and lend a flavour of true India in your travels.
as you walk through the streets and soak in the true
character of the city.
This culture walk through the old town of Agra is your
best introduction to the city’s history, people, religion,
food, clothing, trade and more!
Understand the true meaning of 'method in the madness' or 'organised chaos' when you witness local commerce in the oldest markets of the city.
The tour shall give you endless subjects to capture through your lens and lend a flavour of true India in your travels.
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Private Agra Culture Walk Old City Charm
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
- Cycle Rickshaw Ride
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Other
- Private transportation
Meeting point
Next to Hotel Tajview.
Return details
Next to Hotel Tajview.
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Jama MasjidThe tour starts at the parking lot of Agra Fort, from where guests board cycle rickshaws to old Agra bazaar where our first stop-over is the magnificent Shahi Jama Masjid. A royal mosque, Shahi Jama Masjid was built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan’s eldest and most favourite daughter Jahanara Begum in 1648.
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Our next stop is the iconic Chimmanlal Poori Wale, a 200-year-old shop. It’s run by the sixth generation of the same family and has been situated at the same place for about two centuries. The shop is famous for its mouth- watering Indian delicacies. Food tasting here is optional.
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We then introduce you to paan — a preparation combining betel leaf with areca nut. It is chewed for its stimulating and psychoactive effects. After chewing, it is either spat out or swallowed. Paan has many variations, and is mostly eaten post a meal as a digestive. The old Agra bazaar is famous for its Paan leaves auction since the time of the Mughals, a tradition which continues to this day. The leaves for the auction come from neighbourhood cities and also from Kolkata every day.
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Bridal Lehenga Workshop Indian weddings are known for their elaborate traditional outfits, with the mainstay being the bride’s outfit called a lehenga. We’ll take you to one of the workshops where they craft bridal lehengas. If desired, guests can also put on one of the lehengas and get themselves clicked in beautiful Indian attire.
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Shri Mankameshwar MandirMankameshwar Mandir is one of the most ancient temples devoted to Lord Shiva. The Shivlinga is covered by silver metal and was founded by Lord Shiva himself. The most unique aspect of the temple is that this is the only temple of Lord Shiva with his face carved on it. 21 Akhand Jyoti (eternal flame) are lit every day. Devotees after fulfilling their wishes come here to light a diya and make very generous donations. Post the temple visit, we also offer guests the option of tasting paan.
- Musician’s Balcony This is a temple also known as Temple of Bihari Ji and is famous for its ornately carved balcony. It was built by a merchant named Mohan Lal in 1880. Mohan Lal was the maker of brocade borders for saaris and his family is still involved in their traditional business of brocade borders. It is about 135 years old, but still in very good condition. (pass by)
- Rawatpara Spice Market A 500-year-old spice market set up by the Mughal emperors to cater to the spice needs of the fort. This marketplace is constantly bustling with activity and frantic shoppers from the city. On this aromatic walk through the spice market, we will also take guests to Bombay Sarai — a building known for its ornate railings that were imported back in the day from England by famous spice merchant Kanomal. (pass by)
- We will also be crossing Lohar Gali, a bustling street with vendors selling all kinds of things. This street is most famous for selling bangles. From here, the walking part of the tour ends and we take guests back to Agra Fort parking in cycle rickshaws. (pass by)
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Gyarah SidiFrom Agra Fort parking, we get into cars and head to Gyarah Sidi (eleven steps), where you see the remains of the astrological observatory of the Mughal Emperor Humayun. The ruins are situated at a stone’s throw from Babur’s Mehtab Bagh, in a field on the banks of the Yamuna river.
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Taj Mahal View PointThe Culture walk will end at Taj View Point, one of the best vantage points in the city to view and photograph the exquisite Taj Mahal.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Private Agra Culture Walk Old City Charm
Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India
$45.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!