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Fatehpur Sikri

Agra, India

About

Built during the second half of the 16th century by the Emperor Akbar, Fatehpur Sikri (the City of Victory) was the capital of the Mughal Empire for only some 10 years. The complex of monuments and temples, all in a uniform architectural style, includes one of the largest mosques in India, the Jama Masjid.

Supporting sources: Legacy import provenance, Wikipedia

Plan your visit

Hours

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The archaeological site museum near Diwan-i-Am booking counter is 09:00-17:00 and closed Friday.

Admission

Adults
₹35
  • · Online fee INR 35 for India/SAARC/BIMSTEC visitors and INR 550 for other foreign visitors; cash fee INR 50 / INR 600. Children under 15 enter free.

Booking

Booking recommended

Sources: hours · pricing

When to go

  • Time of day: Morning, Afternoon

Features & amenities

What to expect

  • Indoor + outdoor

What to bring

  • Water
  • comfortable shoes

Good to know

  • Accessibility unknown

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