Agra is a city on the banks of the Yamuna River in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh, India. It finds mention in the epic Mahabharata when it was called Agrabana, or Paradise. Ptolemy, the famous 2nd century geographer, marked it on his map of the world as Agra. Tradition and legend ascribe the present city of Raja Badal Singh (around 1475) whose Fort, Badalgarh, Stood on or near the site of the present Fort. However, the 12th century Persian poet Salman writes of a desperate assault on the fortress of Agra, then held by one King Jaipal, by Sultan Mahmud of Ghazni. 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 (7th Wonder of the World) , Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri, all three of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Climate

Summer : Max 40.5 degree C Min. 24.5 degree C
Winters : Max 24.1 degree C Min.8. 2 degree C
Rainfall : 660 millimeters (26 inches)

Accessibility

Air : Indian airlines connects Agra to Delhi, Khajuraho and Varanasi.
Train : : Agra  is a major railway junction on main broad gauge routes to the south, east and  west. Two of the best trains viz. Shatabdi Express (between Delhi and Bhopal)  and Taj Express ( between  Delhi and Gwalior) are available to access agra.
Road : Agra, on cross roads of national highways 2, 3 and 11, is excellently connected to all parts of the country by road.

	The Oberoi Amarvilas Hotel Amar Vilas is located just 600 meters from Taj Mahal, all the 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.
	Hotel Mughal Sheraton Spread over an area of 35 acres of landscaped gardens at Taj Ganj, ITC WelcomHotel Mughal Sheraton Agra is located 10 kilometres from the airport and six kilometres from the railway station. The bright red brick building presents an excellent blend with the charismatic appeal of Agra city.
	Hotel Jaypee Palace Amongst the most contemporary of 5 star hotels in Agra India, Jaypee Hotels offers the luxury like that of a palace that has a subtle blend of the Mughal Architectural brilliance of India and modern amenities.