Chandra Mahal Haveli Hotel, Bharatpur

Advantages: Be the one to explore this Wonder of World.
Disadvantages: None

...again and Taj remains the best . LOCATION : ------------------ Taj is located in AGRA , a historical city and is flocked by millions of tourists from across the world every year. It is 203 Km (=127 miles) away from Delhi, capital of India. It is 232Km from Jaipur , another popular destination for international tourists. The city of Agra, that is the third biggest city in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, is positioned on the banks of the river Yamuna and lies between 27.18° N and 78.02° E longitude. The city remains surrounded by Mathura on its north, Firozabad on the east, Fatehabad on the southwest and Bharatpur on its west. The city is situated at an average elevation of 171m/ 561 ft. Transport facilities are available easily and there are alot of good quality hotels withing 4-5 Km distance. BEST TIME TO VISIT... Read review

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Advantages: One of the Seven Wonders of the World
Disadvantages: Beautiful from outside but an empty shell inside

...I have just come from Agra and am disgusted by the inflated admission costs for foreigners to the Taj Mahal. When I went there a few years ago the cost to enter was the same for everybody - Indian or foreign visitors, Rs 5. The Government has now revised the costs so that if you are Indian you pay Rs 10 - about 15p and if you are a foreign tourist you now have to pay $30 US. I know the the Taj Mahal is one of the seven wonders of the world but this is outrageous and just another way of fleecing the foreign tourists.... Read review

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Advantages: Fabulous sea view, Architecture
Disadvantages: Crowded location

...Built in 1903, the Taj Mahal Hotel is a landmark on the waterfront next to the Gateway of India situated near the banking and shopping area. This world famous hotel has beautiful Gothic architecture and old world ambience as well as many modern facilities and services.Reputed for its unique architecture, with corridors that resemble art galleries, no two rooms in this wing are alike. The old wing has standard rooms, seafacing rooms and superior rooms, all adorned with original artifacts. In-room fax on request for all rooms. Valet service for superior rooms.... Read review

Ciao members have rated this review on average somewhat helpful