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About Agra, Uttar Pradesh
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Taj Mahal Agra
Agra Fort, Agra
Sikandra Agra
Fatehpur Sikri Agra
Itimad-ud-Daulah Agra

Atithi Hotel Agra
Hotel Grand Agra
Hotel Kamal Agra
Hotel Kanha Continental Agra
Hotel Sidhartha Agra
Hotel Apollo Agra
Hotel Delux Plaza Agra
Hotel Panchratan Agra
Hotel Jai Hind Agra
Hotel Ashish Palace Agra
Hotel Metro Agra
Hotel Regency Agra
Hotel Taj Plaza Agra
Hotel Sheela Inn Agra
Usha Kiran Palace Agra
Hotel Royale Residency Agra
Hotel Udupi Inn Agra
Hotel Clarks Shiraz Agra
Hotel Ganga Ratan Agra
Ganga Taran Hotel Agra
Hotel Lauries Agra
Hotel Ajay International Agra

Agra, also known as the city of The Taj Mahal, Is a part of the huge state of Uttar Pradesh. This city is considered hopelessely romantic because of the great monument of Taj Mahals history, that graces it with its presence. City of Agra standing on the banks of river of Jamuna is famous for its delicasies on offer at Agra are a variety of cuisines to travelers besides the Mughlai cuisine, which saw its birth in this region, the city also offers a varied fare in its eating out option city is a paradise for the people with a sweet tooth. Agra is well known for the other palaces and forts that were mainly built in the Mughal era.

The city history is as varient as the people of the city itself. Agra saw the best period of regin when the city was controlled and ruled by the great Mughal Emperor Akbar. Agra became one of the principal cities for the Mughal Empire after Ibrahim Lodi died in the war of Panipat in 1526. When the then emperor Akbar choose Agra to be his capital he laid down the foundation of the Fort of Agra. After Taj this is one of the most important of building in Agra. The city of Agra is surounded by various other places of historical significance and can be visited in the day by taxis or by taking a bus.

Agra Location:	In the great plains of Uttar Pradesh, in the northern region of India. About 204 kms. from south of Delhi.
Rainfall in Agra:	66 cm. (June to September)
Climate of Agra:	Summer:   45 °C - 30 °C Winter:       28 °C - 6 °C
Best Time to Visit:	August to April
How To Reach Agra:
By Air:	Agra airport is 7 km from the city center and 3 km from Idgah bus stand. Indian airlines operate daily tourist shuttle flights to Agra, Khajuraho, Varanasi and back. It only takes 40 minutes from Delhi to Agra.
By Rail:	Agra is well connected by railroad. The main railway station is the Agra Cantonment station. Agra is well connected by rail to Delhi, Varanasi and cities of Rajasthan. Trains like Palace on Wheel, Shatabdi, Rajdhani, and Taj Express are the best choices if you want to reach Agra from Delhi.
By Road:	Idgah bus stand is the main bus stand of Agra, from where one can catch buses for Delhi, Jaipur, Mathura, Fatehpur Sikri Agra, etc. Buses for Mathura also leave from Agra Fort bus stand.
Tourist Attractions:	Taj Mahal Agra, Agra Fort, Agra (also known as Red Fort of Agra), Itimad-ud-Daulah Agra, Jahangir Palace, Diwan-I-Aam, Diwan-I-Khas, Moti Masjid, Jama Masjid, Dayalbagh Temple, Khas Mahal, Nagina Masjid, Sheesh Mahal, Sikandra Agra.

Climate

Agra is located in the state of Uttar Pradesh, in the northern region of India. It is a part of the great northern plains and is situated on the west bank of river the Yamuna. The climate of Agra is extreme and tropical. Summers are extremely hot and the maximum temperature can be as high as 45 degree Celsius, while winters are cold and foggy. Heavy rains and high humidity mark the monsoon season. Agra can be visited throughout the year, but one must avoid the extreme hot summers (April-June) and rainy season (July-Sept). The most suitable time to visit Agra is in winters.