Akbar’s Tomb, Sikandra
Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India
Akbar’s Tomb, Sikandra, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282007, India
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VISITOR INFORMATION
The gateway, garden and tomb are a large outdoor complex. Allow time for walking and follow monument protection rules.
The Agra district government lists visiting from sunrise to sunset. Entry is ticketed; verify current prices and closures.
Consider November–February for more comfortable weather; confirm current access and visiting hours.
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PEOPLE WHO LIVED HERE
About Akbar’s Tomb, Sikandra
Mughal emperor Akbar is buried in a monumental garden tomb at Sikandra, outside central Agra.
The Archaeological Survey of India protects and maintains Akbar’s Tomb.
History happened here at Akbar’s Tomb, Sikandra
Akbar began the tomb complex during his lifetime; his son Jahangir completed it in 1613.
The funerary complex is organized around a formal garden and monumental gateway.
PEOPLE WHO DIED HERE
PEOPLE AT REST HERE
Akbar the Great
EXTERNAL LINKS
Agra district government, history and visiting hours: https://agra.nic.in/tourist-place/akbars-tomb-sikandra/
Archaeological Survey of India, visitor information: https://www.asiagracircle.in/visitor-information.html
Map coordinates: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Akbar%27s_tomb