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Click here for Taj Mahal Hotels
Agra,
or the city of the Taj, as it is known
all over the world, forms the first destination
on the itinerary of most travelers coming
into India. Forming part of the famous
'Golden Triangle' (Delhi-Jaipur-Agra),
it is placed on the western bank of the
Yamuna.The magnificent Taj Mahal which
is the pride of this city is set around
a Charbagh or 'four garden' plan, which
is split by watercourses - a reflection
of the Persian style. The Taj Mahal itself
is not set within the Charbagh but is
located towards the far end of the enclosure
near the bank of river Yamuna. The tombs
of Mumtaz Mahal and Shahjahan are located
in the basement, while their replicas
are placed directly above in the upper
hall.Besides the Taj Mahal, Agra is also
home to some of the finest monuments of
the Mughal period - Agra Fort, Diwan-I-Am,
Diwan-i-Khas, Musamman Burj, Jehangir's
Palace, Shish Mahal, Jama Masjid, Tomb
of Itmad-ud-daulah, Akbar's Mausoleum,
and the Mariyam's Tomb, to name a few.
Agra Hotels - An
Introduction
Being the most important travel destination
in India (almost of fourth of travelers
coming to India visit Agra), there are
hundreds of hotels located in all parts
of the city. New additions are coming
every year increasing the facilities for
tourist visiting the city. Their are number
of luxurious world-class hotels as well
as budget and economy class city hotels
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The Trident Agra
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The Trident, Agra is a few minutes
walk from the world famous Taj Mahal
and presents an ideal base and relaxed
ambience from which to explore the
world heritage site. The elegant
row rise hotel is situated in six
acres of beautiful gardens. The
central courtyard and stonework
at the hotel is reminiscent of the
Mughal era.
Caring for the guest is developed
to a fine art. Designed around you,
the hotel provides an ideal venue
for meetings, seminars and conferences.
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Jaypee
Palace Hotel - Agra (5 Star Deluxe) |
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subtle blend of Mughal architectural
brilliance and modern amenities.
The exquisite ambience of a prosperous
kingdom, the luxury of 5 Star Deluxe
facilities... That's "Jaypee Palace
Hotel" Your own Kingdom.... The
sprawling 25 acres of landscaped
gardens.... Tree lined walkways,
Dancing Fountains... The state-of-the-art
Conference Facilities, Modern Business
Center, Specialty Restaurants, Health
Club, 350 elegantly appointed rooms....
And friends who are dedicated to
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Taj
View Hotel (5 Star) |
The
hotel is located just 10 km from
the airport and less than a kilometer
from the Taj Mahal. The serene and
peaceful Taj-View Hotel lies nestled
amidst acres of landscaped gardens.
The hotel offers breathtaking views
of the Taj Mahal from its windows.
Taj-View Hotel allows visitors to
live in the lap of luxury and gaze
at the Taj Mahal for as long as
they wish - whenever they feel like.
The hotel also offers extensive
business and banqueting facilities
and is home to Agra's only 24-hour,
multi-cuisine restaurant.
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The
Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra (5 Star) |
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Hotel Agra, is an Oberoi hotel and
offers its guests the excellent standards
of service and luxury that the Oberoi
Group is known for. Designed by the
leading Indian architect Prabhat Patki,
the Oberoi Amarvilas hotel is a luxurious
getaway fit for a Mughal Emperor.
Amarvilas which means "Eternal Haven"
in Sanskrit, is surrounded by lawns
and waterways inspired by the plan
of Mughal monuments. The mesmerizing
Taj Mahal is only 600 meters away
and each of the 105 bedrooms and 7
suites at the Oberoi Amarvilas offer
stunning views of the Taj Mahal, along
with ultimate luxury in their design
and amenities. The
interior of the Oberoi Amarvilas
hotel is inspired by designs from
traditional Persian and Moorish
art. The entrance hall of the Oberoi
Amarvilas hotel is a grand domed
lobby with arched windows that offer
beautiful views of the enchanting
Taj Mahal. Pillars, stone bridges
and fountains decorate the forecourt
where guests enter the hotel, which
is built to resemble a Mughal palace
in Agra, India.
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Hotel
Mughal Sheraton (5 Star) |
Located
near the center of Agra city, in
Uttar Pradesh in North India, the
Welcomgroup Hotel Mughal Sheraton
is surrounded by 35 acres of green
lawns and is very near the Taj Mahal.
Many of its rooms offer views of
the mesmerizing Taj Mahal. The Mughal
Sheraton Hotel's commitment to safety
has led to its being awarded the
British Safety Council's prestigious
Sword of Honour Award and its artistic
structure has been recognized by
the Agha Khan Award for excellence
in Mughal architecture.
The
Hotel Mughal Sheraton Agra, has
5 convention halls which can accommodate
up to 750 people. The Dewan-E-Khas,
Mehfil and Majlis are the three
main convention centers. The Gulbadan
gardens can receive up to 2000 guests
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Hotel
Mansingh - Agra (3 Star) |
Located
amidst the ancient splendor Agra
is Mansingh Palace named after the
Rajput Emperor Sawai Mansingh, a
very close associate of Mughal Emperor
Akbar, where the essentially Indian
hospitality reaches out to envelope
you come stay at Mansingh Palace
and experience Agra.
Mansingh Palace at Agra makes you
relive the centuries old romance.
100 elegantly furnished rooms and
a captivating view of the "Taj Mahal"
from the "TAJ VIEW ROOMS" transforms
you into a "Shehenshah" . " Ripples"
- the 24 hours Coffee Shop is an
ideal place for a breakfast, anytime
snacks or for that matter a lavish
Buffet or Mini Meals. "SHEESH MAHAL"
- The multi cuisine restaurant tempts
the most discerning gourmet. "Tequila"-
the well-stocked hotel bar is just
for " His Highness".
The conference and banquet halls
with modern facilities have a capacity
of 35 pax to 300 pax. The swimming
pool with water-slide and the health
club provides you with complete
enjoyment and relaxation. Rajvilas
Conference hall having a capacity
of up to 300 persons. Durbar Conference
Hall having a capacity up to 30
persons.
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