Best Agra Hotels

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  The White Klove

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  Hotel Taj Resorts

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  Hotel Crystal Inn

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  Taj Inn Hotel

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  Grand Hotel

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  Rajmahal Hotel

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  Hotel Amar

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  Hotel Royale Residency

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  Siris 18

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  Hotel Crystal Retreat

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Agra is a large city located in Utter Pradesh, India. The city sits on the banks of the Yamuna River and is located 125 miles south of New Delhi. The city is internationally renowned for being home to three UNESCO world heritage sites which hail from the 16th century Mughal Era. The most famous is, of course the Taj Mahal, the two lesser known being Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri. Business visitors to the city will not be disappointed in the very best Agra hotels on offer. Hotels are also situated in the perfect location for leisure tourists who are sightseeing and enjoying the many famous attractions to be found in this fascinating city.

Getting here is easy, the city has its own airport served by domestic airlines, the nearest international airport is Delhi to which one will be able to find a connecting flight. Trains also connect Agra to many nearby major cities.

The Taj Mahal is probably the most important element of the trip for most visitors. Often considered one of the most beautiful buildings on Earth, it symbolizes eternal love. It was commissioned by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan and was believed to have been constructed in memory of Mumtaz Mahal, the Emperor's beloved wife. The construction of this spectacular building began in 1632 and was not completed until 1653. The Taj Mahal is a fine example of Mughal architecture which mainly uses principles from Persian design traditions. The central building of the Taj Mahal is the Tomb, which consists of a large white dome. The Taj Mahal complex also includes a number of outlying buildings, a mosque and some stunning gardens. The Taj Mahal attracts about 3 million visitors annually and is considered to be one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

Agra Fort, the city's second most famous UNESCO site, is considered India's most important fort. It is sometimes known as the 'red fort' due to the use of red sandstone in its buildings. During the Mughal era, leaders resided at the fort and it is from here that the whole country was governed. Although known as a fort, it is perhaps better described as a 'walled city', within which there are many palaces and mosques. It has had a rich, interesting and at times, tumultuous history.

Fatehpur Sikri is the city's third UNESCO site, another classic example of Mughal architecture. Again, it holds much historical significance and will feature highly on a sightseeing tour of Agra.

When visitors are tired of sightseeing they may want to indulge in a spot of shopping. Agra is well known for its fine art and handicraft traditions and many lovely items can be bought from the exciting markets of the city. The biggest markets are located close to the Taj Mahal. The city is also well known for its marble, leather, rugs and brass-ware. An exhilarating afternoon walking these bustling markets will help with all your souvenir shopping.

The cuisine consists of Northern India's meat based dishes, which have a lot of Muslim influence. The local cuisine is known as Mughal Cuisine and includes creamy dishes with nuts such as kormas and passandas. When wandering the markets you may want to indulge in some of Agra's famous sweets and snacks, namely Dalmouth and Petha.

The best Agra hotels can be found within easy reach of the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and other amenities such as the airport. For those on a sightseeing holiday of the area, many hotels offer tour desks and transportation services to make your trip easier and more relaxing. Anyone visiting Agra on business will find hotels with meeting rooms, work desks, Wi-Fi and business services.

Many visitors will find that the best Agra hotels include those which serve a great selection of local and national cuisine; some hotels also serve excellent international choices. Guests will find themselves in comfortable rooms complete with air conditioning or fans. Safes are in place for added security. Rooms come with private bathrooms and satellite television.

The best Agra hotels include those which have great extra services, such as currency exchange, bicycle or car hire and airport shuttles. These hotels are the perfect locations to discover the beauties of Agra.

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