Over a thousand years old, Agra was the capital of India for over a century during the Mughal period. Though today it is labyrinthine, congested, jostling and scrambling, its charm lies in its juxtaposition with beautiful forts, palaces and mosques. The glory of the Mughal rule in India is apparent in the rich architecture and intricate work visible at the Taj Mahal, Agra Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Akbar's mausoleum at Sikandara and the tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah. Agra is also popular for its range of street food like petha and gazak and some awesome handicrafts like marble and soft stone inlay work, leather ware, brassware, carpets, jewellery and zari and zardozi forms of embroidery.
