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Agra Facts

 

Agra is one of the most important cities from the architectural as well as historical point of view. It has most possibly seen more rulers than any other place in India, and hence, is submerged in history. Even today, in the streets of Agra, one gets a feel of the imperial life that one flowed through. Agra was not a consequence of the emperors who ruled here. It was it's favorite child.

  • Here's what you need to know about Agra, if you intend going there someday.
  • Agra is located in the state of Uttar Pradesh in India.
  • The approximate distance between Agra and the national capital, New Delhi, is 200 km.
  • The area of Agra is around 4082 sq. km.
  • The estimated population of Agra is 1.4 million. Yes, its a crowded city.
  • Agra is situated at an Altitude of 169 Meters above sea level.
  • The most common Languages spoken here are Hindi, English and Urdu.
  • The Temperature over here is not very constant. It ranges from around 21.90 °C in the winter to 45.00 °C in the summer.
  • The yearly average for Rainfall here is 66 cm, which is quite less.
  • Since the summers are hot,cool cotton clothes are recommended. In the mild winters, choose light woolens.
  • The country code for Agra is 0091 and the STD code for Agra is 0562.

This is certainly enough information about Agra conditions if you intend visiting any of the historical places over there.

 

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