Port of the Week: Agra, India

Why go? Agra, on the banks of the Yamuna River, is part of India's Golden Triangle. Full of Mughal treasures and ceremonial splendour, it is home to some of India's most impressive architecture.
The ultimate arrival: Discover the architectural legacy of the Mughal Empire on Viking's new Wonders of India I voyage.
Destination highlights: The Taj Mahal is a gleaming marble pearl while the Agra Fort stands out for its vibrant red sandstone. The Baby Taj, Itmad-ud-Daula mausoleum, is India's first marble tomb. These works combine spectacular Indo-Persian-Islamic design, lush gardens and pools with intricate latticework, gemstone inlays and Arabic calligraphy, showcasing exquisite Mughal craftsmanship and architectural elegance.
Do not miss: Sunrise over the Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Marvel at the colours of dawn on the marble latticework and reflecting pool against the gardens.




