The Agra Fort was built between 1565 and 1571 AD, the fort retains the irregular outline of the demolished mudwall fort of the Lodhi’s. The magnificent towers, bastions, ramparts, and gateways, symbolize the stature and power of Akbar. As one enters from the Amar Singh gate, the first monument to be seen is:
The Jahangiri Mahal, which was built by Akbar as the women’s quarters and is the only building that survives among his original palace buildings. This elegant , double storied palace reflects a strong Hindu influence with protruding balconies and domed chhatries.
The Jahangiri Mahal is a Transoxanion and Gujarat-Malwa-Rajasthan styles.
Khass Mahal, is built entirely of marble and demonstrates distinctive Islamic- Persian features. This palace was considered to be as ShahJahan’s sleeping quarters. The Mahal provides the most successful example of paintings on a white marble surface.  This palace brings the later Mughal architecture to age.
The Sheesh Mahal, is a creation of myriad glass pieces and central fountain. It is believed to have been the harem dressing room and it's walls are inlaid with tiny mirrors which are the best specimens of glass mosaic decoration in India.
The Musamman Burj, is a beautiful octagonal tower with an open pavilion. The inlay work here is exquisite, especially above the pillars. This was where Shah Jahan lay on his death bed, gazing at the Taj.
Diwan-i- Khaas, this was the hall of private audience. The marble pillars are inlayed with semi-precious stones in beautiful floral patterns.
Diwan-i-Am, whose arches are covered with white lime polished to a smooth finish, has triple arched royal canopy with lavish pietra dura ornamentation.
The Moti Masjid, is a white mosque known for it's sheer grandeur and perfect proportion.