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Amar Vilas Oberoi, Agra

Enjoy the luxury of your own private view of the greatest monument to love. Wake up to the glorious sight of the Taj, bathed by the first rays of dawn. Watch her sparkle by day as the sun shines on her architectural perfection. Allow yourself to be swept away by her romance at dusk. Let the nights be filled with the magic of the Taj by moonlight. The Oberoi Amarvilas is located 600 meters from the Taj Mahal and all our rooms, suites, lobby, bar and lounge offer breathtaking views of the monument. Built in a style inspired by Moorish and Mughal architecture, the resort is a splendid display of terraced lawns, fountains, reflection pools and pavilions with rich interiors that take you back to an era of Emperors and Princes. An interlude at The Oberoi Amarvilas is truly unforgettable. Richly detailed interior s are perfectly complemented by a choice of international and Indian cuisine. Allow yourself to be treated like royalty at the Spa, with therapies designed to rejuvenate body and soul. The sheer luxury of enjoying the beauty of the Taj Mahal without visiting hours, enriched by the royal service makes an interlude at The Oberoi Amarvilas exclusive and unforgettable.

Assistance on Arrival & Departure, Complimentary Airport or Railway Station Transfers, In-Room Check-In, 24 Hour In-Room Dining, Private Butler Service, Complimentary Shoeshine, Ironing (one hour), Non-Smoking Rooms, Airline Ticketing Services, Baby-Sitting Service, Beauty Salon, Car Parking, Car Rental Service, Dry Cleaning/Laundry Service, Currency Exchange, Interconnecting Rooms, Room for the Handicapped, Shopping Arcade, Baby Cribs, Luggage Storeroom, Meeting Rooms, Medical Service (on Call), Business Centre, Travel Arrangements through Concierge, Internet Access, DVD Movies and Audio Compact Discs, Swimming Pool (heated in winter), Sight Seeing Tours with Qualified Guides, Spa Therapy Suites, Gymnasium, Sauna, Steam Rooms, Deluxe Spa Therapy Suites on the fourth floor overlooking the Taj Mahal.

Effective 2nd October 2008, the Government has introduced "No-Smoking" legislation for hotels, restaurants and all public places. As a consequence, smoking is prohibited in all parts of the hotel except in designated bedrooms where smoking is permitted. The hotel has dedicated smoking guest bedrooms. Should you desire a smoking bedroom, please let us know. We shall endeavor to reserve a smoking bedroom for you, subject to availability.

Location and Access :
The Oberoi Amarvillas is located in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, one of the largest states in India. The resort is located at a distance of 600 meters from the Taj Mahal and approximately 15 minutes from the city centre. The hotel has been designed to give guests breathtaking views of the Taj Mahal from each of its 102 guest rooms and suites.

By Air :
	Agra's Kheria Airport is located 13kms from The Oberoi Amarvilâs and is approximately a 25 minutes drive. The Oberoi Air Charter may also be arranged for this journey. It takes approximately forty-five minutes to fly from New Delhi to Kheria airport.

By Road :
The Delhi-Agra highway (National Highway 2) via Mathura joins New Delhi and Agra and is the best route for those wanting to drive from New Delhi to Agra. The drive of 190kms takes approximately four hours. There are an adequate number of refueling stations and restaurants on the way.

By Train :
	The main railway station at Agra is the Agra Cantonment station. The journey takes approximately two hours from New Delhi by Shatabdi Express and, three hours by Taj Express. These trains halt at Agra Cantonment railway station, which is 10kms from The Oberoi Amarvilâs. The drive to the hotel takes approximately 20 minutes in the hotel's chauffeur driven cars.

Fatehpur Sikri :
	This magnificent fortified city was the capital of the Mughal Empire between 1571 and 1585. Today, it remains a perfectly preserved example of a Mughal city at the height of the Empire's splendour. Fatehpur Sikri is one and a half hour's drive from The Oberoi Amarvilas.

Agra Fort :
Emperor Akbar began the construction of the massive red sandstone Agra Fort on the banks of the Yamuna River in 1565. Additions were made until the rule of his grandson, Shah Jahan, under whose reign it was partially converted into a palace. Fifteen minutes drive from The Oberoi Amarvilâs.

The sandstone and marble tomb of Akbar, the greatest of the Mughal emperors, is situated in the middle of a peaceful garden where deer graze, at Sikandra, 4 km northwest of Agra. Akbar started its construction himself, blending Islamic, Hindu, Buddhist, Jain and Christian motifs and styles, much like the syncretic religious philosophy he developed called Din-E-illahi. Forty-five minutes drive from The Oberoi Amarvilâs.

Kinari Bazaar :
The alleyways of Kinari Bazaar, or old marketplace, start near the Jama Masjid. There are several distinct areas whose names are relics of the Mughal period, though they don't always bear relation to what is sold there today. Forty five minutes drive from The Oberoi Amarvilâs.

Dayal Bagh Temple :
	The white marble Dayal Bagh Temple of the Radah Soami religion has been under construction since 1904 and is not expected to be completed until some time in the 21st century. If you're lucky, you may get to see the pietra dura (inlay work) in process. One hour drive from The Oberoi Amarvilâs.

Taj Mahotsav - Taj Festival :
In February, the Taj Mahotsav (festival) is held in Shilpgram, a crafts village and open-air emporium situated about a kilometre along the road running from the eastern gate of the Taj Mahal. The festival features live performances of music and dance.

Hotels In Agra
Jaypee Palace Hotel	Mughal Sheraton
Amar Vilas Oberoi	The Gateway Hotel
Trident Hilton Hotel	Utkarsh Vilas Hotel