Agra, a city known for its Mughal heritage and magnificent architecture, is located 180 kilometres south of New Delhi on the banks of the Yamuna River. It is a stop on India’s “Golden Triangle” tourism circuit, which also includes the neighbouring towns of Delhi and Jaipur. Although it has many magnificent sights to view, the Taj Mahal is the main draw for most tourists. This famous mausoleum is well-known around the world and has been recognized as one of the Seven New Wonders of the World in addition to being called “the pearl of Muslim art in India” by UNESCO.