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Overview Agra is one of the favourite tourist destinations not only for Indians but for the tourists around the globe. Taj Mahal alone attracts millions of tourists each year . It has become an integral part of culture of Agra. Formerly, a major city of Mughal dynasty, Agra, holds some of the finest monuments of Indian history.
Agra has diverse religious beliefs and practices and is a safe home for different religions like Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism and Buddhism. Every religion in Agra enriches the cultural and traditional values of the city.
The natives of Agra believe in simple living and influence the tourists with the same kind of values. Men usually wear long-sleeved shirts and trousers while women enjoy wearing traditional salwar kameez or traditional sarees.
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Summary
The city of Agra falls in the popular Brij region of Uttar Pradesh. Therefore, you will experience the Brij culture in most of the parts of Agra. Almost everything right from the food habits to languages used and attires are greatly influenced by the Brij culture. As the city of Agra was an important city of Mughal dynasty, you would certainly experience the touch of the Mughal culture in the hearts of Agra localities. 
The culture of Agra can be well-described through the festivals of the city. Visit Agra during the month of February to be a part of ten-day festival called 'Taj Mahotsav'. This festival will help you exploring the real culture of Agra through its exhibition that displays crafts, arts, dance performances and classical songs of the region. Enjoy the royal camel and elephant ride during the event. Id is one of the popular festival of Agra that is been celebrated with utmost zest by the local residents.
Apart from seeing the finest monuments and visiting the handicrafts markets of Agra , the tourist can also avail this city's numerous sports and cinema facilities .. The finely structured monuments and well-designed hotels of the city also enrich the culture of the city.
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