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Agra, India Overview

Three of the world’s top sites beckon from this bustling and vibrant city in Uttar Pradesh, once the capital of the mighty Mughal empire. Most visitors come to the city of 1.4 million to see 1653’s... more » Three of the world’s top sites beckon from this bustling and vibrant city in Uttar Pradesh, once the capital of the mighty Mughal empire. Most visitors come to the city of 1.4 million to see 1653’s testament to love, the stunning, symmetrical Taj Mahal, built by a grieving emperor for his queen. The other main tourist destinations are the sandstone Red Fort, which dates back to 1565 and contains many marvelous palaces and halls, and Fatehpur Sikri, a fort built by Mughal Emperor Akbar. « less

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Dayal Lodge

5 of 5 stars
Charlottesville, Virginia
Jul 1, 2008

This is a great little guest house located in uptown about 20 minutes from Agra Fort, about 30 minutes from the Taj, and less than 5 minutes away from the Rathasoami Ashram. The rooms are clean and...more

Oberoi Amarvilas

4 of 5 stars
Charlottesville, Virginia
Jul 1, 2008

We decided to stop by Amarvilas for some cocktails and dinner to celebrate seeing the Taj. Our guide book had raved about the hotel and although it was very nice, to be honest it wasn't that...more

Howard Park Plaza

4 of 5 stars
Melbourne
Jun 30, 2008

2 nights 24/5 June 2008 Great place to stay, very helpful staff, good off season rate 2400IRU, had a Ayurvedic Massage 1200IRU, it was a great experience, the pool was still closed. They had a Marble...more

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