Agra College, Agra

#30 among attractions in Agra

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Agra College is one of the oldest institutions in India. Pandit Gangadhar Shastri, a noted Sanskrit scholar founded the college in 1823, long before the first university in India was established in 1857 so all the matters were directly reported to the parliament of England. The institute was a government college until 1883, after which a board of trustees and a Committee of Management managed the college. ()

Established: 1823 (201 years ago)Coordinates: 27°11'14"N, 78°0'13"E

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Agra College – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Agra Fort, Jama Masjid, Mina Mosque, Musamman Burj.

1.2 miSE
Mughal stronghold on ancient site
Agra Fort, Agra
31 min walk • Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, stands as a testament to the grandeur of the Mughal Empire in the city of Agra, India. This majestic fort, primarily constructed from red sandstone, was established by Emperor Akbar in 1565 and further developed by his...
0.8 miSE
Mosque
Jama Masjid, Agra
22 min walk • The Jama Mosque is a 17th-century congregational mosque located in the historic core of Agra, Uttar Pradesh. It was built by Jahanara Begum, Padshah Begum of the Mughal Empire, during the reign of her father, Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan.
1.2 miSE
Mosque
Mina Mosque, Agra
30 min walk • The Mina Mosque or the Heavenly Mosque was built by Shah Jahan between 1631 and 1640 near Diwan-i-Khas in Agra Fort. This small mosque was built, entirely of white marble, by the Mughal king Shah Jahan for his personal use.
1.3 miSE
Tower
Musamman Burj, Agra
35 min walk • Musamman Burj also known as the Saman Burj or the Shah-burj, is an octagonal tower standing close to the Shah Jahan's private hall Diwan-e-Khas in Agra Fort.
0.9 miE
Temple
Mankameshwar Temple, Agra
23 min walk • Mankameshwar Temple in Agra is one of the ancient temples devoted to Lord Shiva. The temple is situated at Rawatpara, near Agra Fort Railway Station.
1.1 miNE
Universities and schools
Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Agra
29 min walk • Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar University, formerly Agra University, is a state university located in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India. The university is named after Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar, Indian scholar, social reformer, and the architect of the Indian Constitution.
1.2 miE
Mosque
Moti Masjid, Agra
31 min walk • The Moti Masjid is a 17th-century congregational mosque located within the Agra Fort UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, the mosque is made entirely of white marble.
1 miN
27°12'3"N • 78°0'30"E
Ashok Cosmos Mall, Agra
26 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
0.8 miS
Village
Chhai Pokhar, Agra
20 min walk • Chhai Pokhar is a village in the district of Agra in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. It is nearby Achhnera or Achnera, connected by road on three sides of the village and by rail. Khera Sandhan is the nearest railway station at about 1 km from the village on Agra- Achnera-Mathura section of NW Railway.
~1640 ftE
Market, Shopping
Rawatpara, Agra
8 min walk • Rawatpara is one of the oldest localities of the historic city of Agra. It is situated very close to Agra Fort and also the river Yamuna.
1.1 miNE
Park
Paliwal Park, Agra
29 min walk • K.D.Paliwal Park also known as Hewitt Park is located in the heart of Agra, India. It is spread over an area of around 70 acres. It also has a small lake and has a variety of trees.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Agra College?

Nearby attractions include Sanjay Place, Agra (5 min walk), Taj Mahal India, Agra (7 min walk), Rawatpara, Agra (8 min walk), Chhai Pokhar, Agra (20 min walk).

How to get to Agra College by public transport?

The nearest stations to Agra College:

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Raja-Ki-Mandi (17 min walk)
Agra City (23 min walk)