Agra is a city on the banks of the Yamuna River in Uttar Pradesh, India. It finds mention in the epic Mahabharata when it was called Agrabana, or Paradise. Ptolemy, the famous second century A.D. geographer, marked it on his map of the world as Agra. Tradition and legend ascribe the present city of Raja Badal Singh (around 1475 A.D.) whose Fort, Badalgarh, Stood on or near the site of the present Fort. However, the 12th century A.D. Persian poet Salman writes of a desperate assault on the fortress of Agra, then held by one King Jaipal, by Sultan Mahmud of Ghazni. [1] It was ruled by Sultan Sikandar Lodi in the year 1506. It achieved fame as the capital of the Mughal emperors from 1526 to 1658 and remains a major tourist destination because of its many splendid Mughal-era buildings, most notably the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri, all three of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Hotels in Agra
 Hotel Amarvilas Agra (5 Star Super Deluxe)
600 metres from the Taj Mahal stands the Oberoi Group's new luxury resort. Discerning travellers can now appreciate the fabulous Taj Mahal while enjoying world class luxury.
RECREATION FACILITIES
Gymnasium. Tennis court. Heated swimming pool and Jacuzzi. Library offering a selection of books, music and digital video discs.
Hotel Clarks
The Hotel Clarks Shiraz Agar is located approximately five miles from the Agra Airport. Local attractions include the Taj Mahal, Silkandra, Delhi, and Agra Fort.
Hotel amenities include a pool, rooftop restaurant, entertainment center, ballroom, and currency exchange.
All rooms include private bathroom, hairdryer, and mini bar.
 Hotel Jaypee Palace Agra
Jaypee Palace
Hotel & Convention Centre
Fatehabad Road, Agra 282 003. INDIA
Location :-
Located in the main tourist distrcit of Agra, on Fatehabad Road.
2 Hours from Delhi by Train & 3 hours by road.
10 Kms from Kheria (Agra) Airport.
8 Kms. from Agra Cantt. Railway station.
Holiday Inn
Location : Sanjay Place, MG Road
Holiday Inn, Agra
Agra, the seat of one of the seven wonders of the world, the Taj Mahal, is a city with rich Moghul heritage. 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.
Howard Park Plaza
The monument is just 1.5 kms. away. Howard Park Plaza is very centrally located, only 5 kms. from the Railway Station and an easy access from the Airport. The Coffee Shop finished in parquet and stone, sets the tone for relaxed all time dining.
Mansingh Palace Hotel (5 Star)
6 kms. From Airport, 4 kms. From Railway Station, 2 kms. From central Bus Stand.
Located amidst the ancient splendor Agra is Mansingh Palace(5 STAR) 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.
Hotel Mughal Sheraton, Agra
Category: 5 Star (Deluxe Hotel)
Location: Taj Ganj, Agra India
Rooms: 300 Rooms
Amenities: Restaurant, Bar, Conference Facilities, Business Centre, Health Club, golf, tennis, croquet, badminton, billiards, a movie lounge.Children's Park, Buggy Rides and the Kennel Club.
Group: ITC Welcomgroup Sheraton Hotels
Hotel Taj View, Agra
Category: 5 Star (Deluxe Hotel)
Location: Taj Road, Agra India
Rooms: 100 Rooms
Amenities: Restaurant, Bar, Conference Facilities, Business Centre, Swimming Pool, Games
Group: Taj Group of Hotels & Resorts
Hotel The Trident, Agra
Category: 5 Star (First Class Hotel)
Location: Near Taj Mahal, Agra India
Rooms: 140 Rooms
Amenities: Restaurant, Bar, Conference Facilities, Swimming Pool, Massage Parlour
Group: Oberoi Group of Hotels
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