About
Hotels in Agra
Welcome to the amazing city of the Taj Mahal-
Agra. The seat of the great Mughal rulers
for ages offers its treasure trove for all
the tourists from India and abroad. Even
though Agra is synonymous with the Taj the
city stands in testimony to the great amount
of architectural activity of the Mughals.
Taj Mahal is the epitome of love, poem in
white marble, one of the Seven Wonders of
the World besides being the pride of India.
The list of must visit monuments in Agra
comprises of the Agra Fort, the Diwan-I-Aam,
the Diwan-I-Khas, Jehangir's Palace, the
Jama Masjid, the Sheesh Mahal, the tomb
of Itmad-ud-daulah, Musamman Burj, Mariyam's
tomb and the Ram bagh et al. Though it is
the dedication of Shah Jahan to his empress
that is thronged by tourists from across
the globe the most.
Amongst the many tourists to Agra are the
followers of the Radha Soami to pay homage
to the ashes of the Soami maharaj at Dayal
Bagh. Amidst the monuments revealing the
Mughal architecture at its best Chini ka
rauza i.e. the tomb of Afzal Khan is a masterpiece
of the Persian architecture. The city of
Agra is a part of the golden triangle of
holiday destinations in northern India with
Delhi and Jaipur as the other cities.
Agra offers several daylong trips for excursions.
The tomb of Akbar the great in the large
walled garden at Sikandra is just ten kilometers
away and Akbar's forgotten city Fatehpur
Sikri too is close at a distance of forty
kilometers. The Keoladeo Ghana Bird Sanctuary
at Bharatpur is heaven for the nature lovers
as it is home to several species of beautiful
birds. A little further at fifty-five kilometers
is the fort city of Gwalior, another gorgeous
destination from Agra. For the more pious
of you the holy cities of Mathura and Vrindavan
on the banks of the sacred Yamuna are the
best possible options.
For souvenirs Agra offers the best pieces
of handicrafts. The marble items with the
tinge of the Taj's pietra dura work that
have colored stones engraved on them are
marvelous. Goods in leather, jewelry, items
in brass and weaved rugs are also popular
with the tourists. Carpets with embroidery
work among other crafted items make good
bargains in the markets of Agra.
In order to make the travel tour to Agra
even more joyful we at Tourism of India.com
offer just the right kind of accommodation
for you and your family or friends in Agra.
We at Tourism of India.com can customize
the tour package and offer the hotel accommodation.
The reservations of the room can be made
well in advance as per the requirements
of the tour.
The various hotels packages offer the best
of facilities. The well-furnished rooms
place most of the comforts at your feet.
Enjoy the luxuries of life on your stay
at the hotel. Take your pick from a range
of luxury and budget hotels in Agra besides
the other accommodation hotels around the
Taj Mahal though most of the hotels offer
excellent view of the Taj through their
suites. We at Tourism of India.com will
provide all the travel services like air
ticketing, hotel booking, car rental to
make your holiday at Agra unforgettable.
Get ready for the romantic experience at
Agra.
Attractions
of Hotels in Agra
Hotel amarvilas, agra
This long awaited luxury resort offers the
same unparalleled standards of service,
comfort and elegance as the Rajvilas, Jaipur.
The classical architecture of the hotel
is complemented by the elaborate Mughal
gardens, terraced lawns, fountains, reflection
pools and pavilions.
Hotel taj-view,Agra
Within a km of the Taj Mahal and just 10
kms from the airport, the serene and peaceful
Taj - View Hotel nestles amongst acres of
landscaped gardens. Gracious interiors,
personalized service and the Taj's inimitable
style ensure a most pleasant and memorable
sojourn.
Hotel clark-Shiraz,Agra
The Clarks Shiraz Hotel, Agra is located
in the city centre, just 5 minutes drive
from the Taj Mahal. The poolside provides
an opportunity to unwind and relax or try
some tasty Indian barbeque food. The rooftop
restaurant overlooks the Taj Mahal and Agra
Fort.
Hotel jaypee-Palace,Agra
A magical creation that impeccably blends
Mughal and contemporary architecture with
modern amenities to present the most enigmatic
luxury hotel. A magnificent structure in
red sandstone and marble; 25 acres of tastefully
landscaped, lush greenery interspersed with
huge water bodies and long walkways.
Hotel Mughal-Sheraton,Agra
Mughal Sheraton is a tribute to great Mughal
Builders of past. Mughal Sheraton offers
delight literary around every corner The
Rooms overlook verdant landscaped lawns,
sparkling waters or glimpses of Taj Mahal.
Hotel Holiday-Inn,Agra
The Holiday Inn Agra lies in the heart of
this fascinating city, allowing you to explore
and witness the ambience of this historically
beautiful city. Inviting you to experience
the romance of the Taj Mahal and the elegance
of emperor Akbar's Fatehpur Sikri.
Hotel howard park plaza,Agra
He hotel offers a roof top viewing gallery
of the Taj Mahal, restaurant, bar, shopping
arcade, serenity pool, 24 hour room service,
and the Ayurvedic Health Club.
Hotel ashok,Agra
Hotel Ashok is one of the finest hotels
in Agra that provides great comfort and
pleasure to its guests. Equipped with mordern
aminities and luxury this hotel has marked
it's name in chain of five star hotels.
Hotel mansingh palace,Agra
Man Singh palace at Agra makes you relive
the centuries old romance. Effortlessly
blending five star comfort. The hotel enthralls
guests with its cinemascope extravaganza.
The Fountain Court house specialty restaurants
and a bar serving a wide variety of cuisines
and drinks.
Hotel trident, Agra
The hotel is built of the red stone reminiscent
of the Mughal era, designed around landscaped
central courtyard with swimming pool, and
fountains. Set amidst beautiful gardens,
Trident Hilton Agra is only a few minutes
walk away from the famous Taj Mahal.
Transportation
- Air: Agra being the
hottest tourist destination in India is
well connected to cities like Delhi, Khajuraho,
Varanasi, Mumbai and Bangalore etc. Kheria
airport is 6 km from Agra town. Nearly
all the major Public as well as private
carriers offers their service to and from
the city of Agra.
- Rail: Agra is well
connected to the major cities of India.
Agra Cantonment Railway Station is the
main Railway station in the city. Regular
expresses as well as super-fast trains
are available to destinations like Delhi,
Varanasi, Jaipur, Lucknow, Mumbai and
Kolkata. Book the tickets in advance to
avoid rush.
- Road: Agra is well
connected to the cities like Mathura,
Delhi, Chandigarh, Kanpur, Lucknow, Varanasi,
Jhansi, Chitrakoot, etc. Uttar Pradesh
State Road Transport Corporation plies
several buses to these cities. Various
privately run luxury buses are also available.
Idgah bus depot is the main bus-stand
in the city.
- Local Transport:- UPSRTC
operates city buses to and from the main
archaeological sites. Air Conditioned/non
air-conditioned taxis are available, without
meter, at the railway stations, airport,
hotels and Partap Pura. Un-metered auto-rickshaws,
Horse-cart and cycle rickshaws are available,
rates of which are negotiable.
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