At a distance of 9 km from Agra Cantonment Railway Station and 3.5 km from Itimad-ud -Daulah, The Ram Bagh Garden is located near Chini ka Rauza in Agra. It is one of the famous places of sightseeing in Agra city.

The Ram Bagh is the oldest Mughal Garden in India, originally built by the Mughal Emperor Babur in 1528. Babur was temporarily buried there before being shifted to Kabul. The original name of the bagh was Aram Bagh, which was changed to Ram Bagh under the Marathas, when they occupied Agra from 1775 to 1803 AD. The first historical mention of this garden as the Bagh-Nur-Afshan led some historians to believe that this name had been derived from a garden in Kabul. This garden was renovated by Jahangir between 1615 and 1619.

The layout of this garden is based on the Persian style gardens. In the garden three levels have been maintained, one for flowers and vegetables, second for flower beds, with fine stone paved terraces and kiosk and the third one has structures, terraces and tanks. The river bank with cool and fresh breezes, dense greenery of trees and cool shades and running water through canals and cascades made it an extremely pleasant place for relaxing in the hot climate of Agra. Jahangir was said to be very fond of this beautiful garden.

Colossal walls enclose the garden with corner towers crowned by pillared pavilions. The garden is divided into quarters by stone paved pathways. On the north- eastern side, there exists another terrace, from which steps leads to a Hammam. On north side of this garden, there is a row of ruined houses with a gateway, built using red sandstone.

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Ticketing & Entry Fee of Monuments in Agra | Historical Places

A visit to the city of Agra offers more than just the breathtaking Taj Mahal. Agra, steeped in history and once ruled by the Mughal dynasty, boasts a plethora of grand monuments that captivate and enchant visitors. From the majestic Agra Fort, with its grand halls and palaces, to the exquisite tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah, a precursor to the Taj Mahal, Agra is a treasure trove of architectural wonders. The city stands as a testament to the rich legacy of the Mughal era.

The monuments in Agra showcase exceptional architectural features, standing as the epitome of the best examples of Mughal architecture in India.

Explore the historical richness of Agra's heritage sites and immerse yourself in the grandeur of these Mughal marvels.

Note:

1. There is no entry fee for children below 15 years (both Indian & Foreigner).
2. Taj Mahal remains closed every Friday.
3. The use of drone cameras is strictly prohibited inside the Taj Mahal.
4. Tourists are recommended to stay inside the monument as per the directions mentioned on tickets or issued by ASI authorities.
5. A valid identity proof issued by government authorities must be carried by every tourist.
6. Water bottles are allowed inside the monument. Additionally, services such as shoe covers, water bottles, tourist guide maps of Agra, battery buses, and golf carts are provided free of cost with the foreigner's entry ticket to the Taj Mahal.
7. Shoe racks are available just below the main mausoleum free of cost.
8. Ticket windows and cloakrooms are available at both gates of the Taj Mahal.
9. For visiting the main mausoleum of the Taj Mahal, an additional ticket of Rs. 200/- must be purchased along with the regular ticket.