Agra Fort railway station, is located near Agra Fort, in Rawatpara, Agra. It used to be one of the stations in India that had both broad gauge and metre gauge, until the line to Jaipur was converted to broad gauge. Agra Fort railway station comes under the North Central Railways.
Agra, the 16-17th century capital of the Mughals, is home to monuments such as the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort.[1] The Taj Mahal attracts 7–8 million tourists annually. About 0.8 million foreign tourists visit it.[2]
There was a spacious, octagonal Tripolia Chowk which existed between the Jama Masjid and the Delhi gate of the Agra Fort. This Tripolia was destroyed in order to create the Agra Fort railway station, which was also the first railway station of Agra and also one of the oldest in the country.
Infrastructure and Amenities
The station boasts five platforms, catering to various train routes
. It offers essential amenities for travellers, including:
Telephone booth
Waiting room
Refreshment room
Water coolers
Book stall
Luggage storage facilities
Connectivity and Transportation
Agra Fort railway station is well-connected to major cities across India. Some key distances from the station to popular attractions and transport hubs include:
Various modes of local transport are available from the station, including:
Mankameshwar Metro Station
Taxis
Auto-rickshaws
Cycle-rickshaws
Nearby Accommodations
There are numerous hotels and accommodations available near Agra Fort railway station, catering to different budgets and preferences. Some popular options within a 2–3km radius include:
Budget hotels: Hotel Orange, Hotel Taj Sojourn, Hotel Alleviate
Mid-range hotels: Clarks Inn, Radisson Hotel Agra
Luxury hotels: Jaypee Palace Hotel & Convention Centre
Cultural Significance
Agra Fort railway station not only serves as a transportation hub but also as a gateway to the rich cultural heritage of Agra. Its proximity to major historical sites makes it an integral part of the tourist infrastructure in the city.
Electrification
The Faridabad–Mathura–Agra section was electrified in 1982–85, Tundla–Yamuna Bridge in 1988–89 and Yamuna Bridge–Agra in 1990–91.[5]
Passengers
Agra Fort railway station serves around 87,000 passengers every day.[6]
Amenities
Agra Fort railway station has a telephone booth, a waiting room, a refreshment room, water coolers and a book stall.[1]
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