Second largest metropolis in India, Delhi is one of the favorite attractions near Agra. The city located in the Northern India is embellished with River Yamuna at its periphery and the Aravalli Hills across the west. The national capital of India; Delhi has the political status of a federally administered union territory and hence, the city upholds great political and legislative relevance. The distance from Agra to Delhi is 253 kilometers and hence the city is one of the favorite sightseeing attractions of the tourists on an Agra excursion.

Delhi with a history of varied empires embodies a harmonious blend of ancient and modern. The city showcases a picture of India itself with its diverse cultures, architecture and human diversity. Over the years the city is believed to be destroyed and rebuilt eleven times and hence contains varied shades inherited by its varied rulers. Starting from the Mauryas to Tomara dynasty followed by renowned rulers of Tughlaq, Sayyid and Lodhi dynasty all have left their marks on the city with their magnificent architecture and monuments.

The Mughal Empire ruled the northern India for more than three centuries and fascinated by the city shifted their capital from Agra to Delhi. The last rulers of the city, British as well had Delhi as their capital and hence, made all their political functioning from the city.

The city is rich with varied symbols of these dynasties and upholds a historic as well as political significance. The major attractions in Delhi for tourists on Agra tours and a tour to Delhi are: