Sikandra Complex (Akbar's Tomb) in Agra

Sikandra Complex containing Akbar’s tomb is really an architectural marvel in Agra. The Great Mughal emperor began the construction of this complex in 1605, embedding various architectural styles. Jehangir, Akbar’s son, completed the Sikandra Complex after Akbar’s death. This majestic and imposing tomb is located in the scenic surroundings of a gorgeous garden. Akbar’s tomb is a perfect structure constructed using red sandstones and glossy white marbles.

All the four sides are laid with grandeur doorways in multicolored mosaics laid with complex but beautiful patterns. The tomb of Mariam Zamani, Akbar’s Christian Wife from Goa and King Jehangir's mother, built in red sandstone is placed nearby.

This is situated on the Agra Delhi Highway,  it lies on the outskirts of the Agra city. The last resting place of the Mughal Emperor Akbar, The Emperor had completed the tomb and laid out a beautiful garden, in his lifetime itself. The tomb of the Emperor Akbar is there in the centre of the garden.  However the topmost portion of the mausoleum was completed by his son Jehangir. Four red sandstone gates lead to the tomb complex: one is Muslim, one Hindu, one Christian, and one is Akbar’s patent mixture. Open from Sunrise to Sunset. How to Reach Sikandra – This place can be reached by bus/ taxi/ auto rikshaw. Entry Tickets – Foreigners: Rs 245/-, Indians: INR Rs 10/-. Timings – Open on all Week Days, Sunrise to Sunset