Fatehpur Sikri

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Fatehpur Sikri is Mughal era town and a palace /fort of Akbar near Agra in Uttar Pradesh.

The palace has an imposing gate called ‘Buland Darwaza’ at a height of 55 meters. It is known as Victory Arch built during 1955.

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★★★★★

Parking Difficulty : High

Walking Needed : For 100 meters

Time Needed : 2-3 Hours

Open Timings : 9.00 AM to 3:00 PM

Still Photography : Allowed

Video Photography : Allowed

Cooler Climate for most part of the year.

Carry Umbrella

Wear Comfortable Shoes

Wear Cotton Dress with pullovers

Carry Binoculars

Nearest Railway Station : Kodai Road Railway Station

Nearest Airport : Madurai Airport

Nearest National Highway : NH32

Nearest Landmark : Kodai Market

Inside the palace, there are beautiful courtrooms, the tomb of Salim Chisti made up of marble brackets.

The ponds, panch mahal are beautifully crafted for women in the palace.

What are the special attractions ?

It is a palace of Akbar, the Mughal King who lived here. The special attractions are Bulandarwaza, the Salim Chisti tomb, Panch Mahal etc.,

Are there any official guides available ? audio tour ?

Yes. Plenty both official and non-official. The charges are based on your negotiating skills.

Any special shows conducted in weekends ?

No.

How to reach here ?

The place is roughly 40 kilometers from Agra and is on the golden tourist circuit of Delhi-Agra and Jaipur. There are buses and cabs available to and fro from Agra.

Are there parking facilities and entry ticket charges?

Yes. The entry ticket is INR 45 and can also be purchased online.

What are the palace timings?

The palace is open from 6.00 AM to 6.30 PM. It is closed on Fridays. But open on public holidays.

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