Agra

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Agra City in Uttar Pradesh, site of the Taj Mahal, n central India. It was founded (1566) by Akbar I (the Great). Agra's importance declined after 1658 when the Mogul capital moved to Delhi. It was annexed to the British Empire in 1803, and later became the capital of North-West Province (1835–62). Agra's fine Mogul architecture make it a major tourist destination. It is an important rail junction and a commercial and administrative centre. Industries: glass, shoes, textiles. Pop. (2001) 1,321,410.

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