The Agra fort, built by Moghul Emperor Shahjahan

The Agra fort, built by Moghul Emperor Shahjahan, is situated next to the gardens of the Taj Mahal. An important Moghul monument of the17th century, it is a powerful fortress, constructed of red sandstone and hence its name the ‘Red Fort of Agra’.

Within its enclosure walls of 2.5 kilometres, it encompasseses the imperial city of the Moghul rulers, which comprises fairy-like palaces, such as the Jahangir Palace or the Khas-Mahal and the reception room where visitors were received. Within its boundaries the fortress also has two very beautiful mosques.

It was declared a World Heritage Site in 1983 on the recommendation of the international Committee of UNESOC at its 7^th session.