Only 600 metres from the
Taj Mahal stands THE Oberoi Groups new luxury resort .Discerning travellers can now
appreciate the fabulous Taj Mahal while enjoying world class luxury. This long awaited
luxury resort offers the same unparalleled standards of service, comfort & elegance as
the Rajvillas Jaipur. The classical architecture of the hotel is complemented by the
elaborate Mughal Gardens , terraced lawns, fountains , reflection pools & pavillions.
The hotel has been designed to give guests uninterrupted views of the Taj Mahal from all
rooms and suites. The lobby, restuarants, bars and tea lounge also offer spectacular views
of the world famous monument. Accomodation :-All 112 rooms offer
unmatched views of the Taj Mahal ,each bedroom has an area of approximately 42 square
metres.Many rooms have adjoining private terraces. Elegantly appointed interiors with teak
wood flooring .The finest hand crafted furniture. Spacious marble bathrooms with separate
shower stalls. Walk in closet in each room, personal bar, satellite television ,compact
disc and digital video players and in room safes.2 line telephones with dataports.Suites:-
suites, each with an area of approximately 85 square metres , have private terraces
overlooking the Taj Mahal.Kohinoor Suite :- The magnificent kohinoor suite has an area of
approximately 175 square metres . This suite has a private terrace and an unobstructed
view of the Taj Mahal.
Services
& Facilities :-In room services &facilities:-Private butler service .In
house laundry & dry cleaning . Fruits & flowers complimentary newspapers.24hours
in- room dinning .
Recreation Facilities:- Gym, tennis court ,heated swimming pool and
jacuzzi, library offering a selection of books , music &digital video discs.
Private Meeting Facilities:- State of the facilities for medium size
conference for up to 150 persons.
Dinning :- 2 fine restaurants serving continental, asian and indian
cuisine ,bar.Open air dinning on the pool .deluxe picnics.
The spa :- The professionally run spa offers non clinical
programmes for relaxation and beauty. Therapy rooms &suites, a heat treatment area
featuring steam rooms, saunas and showers .Treatment incorporate the use of Ayurvedic
principles of holistic health maintenance, herbal treatments and aromatherapy.
Transport:- Agra can be accessed by air,rail or road. Frequent air and
rail connections to and from delhi.Chauffeur driven cars are available for complimentary
transfers from the airport and railway station . Chauffeur driven cars are also available
for private hire.
Attraction In & Around Agra . Spend a few days discovering the
rich history of this 16th century city and its neighbouring areas.
Heritage Sites:- Sikandra is the tomb of Akbar, the famous Mughal
emperor. This tomb is 4 kilometres from the hotel and is one of the most spectacular
monuments in Agra .Fatehpur sikri is 38 kilometres from the hotel . This perfectly
preserved ancient city blends the best of the Mughal and Rajput architecture .We recommend
a full day trip to this historic city which has the famous Gwalior Fort & the city
palace.
Bird Sanctuary:- Keoladeo National Park is the one and half hours
drive from agra. This birdlife Sanctuary has one of the largest varieties of bird life in
India .
Handicrafts:-Agra is famous for marble and semi- precious stone inlays
and jewellery.
Room View

Full Moon at Taj:
1 - The Supreme
Court has now permitted visit to Tajmahal by moonlight.
2 - The Tajmahal by
moonlight shall be open on Full moon day and 2 days before and 2 days
after the full moon.
3 - On every
Friday, it shall remain closed. (even for moonlight visit it shall
remain closed on Friday).
4 - The full moon
dates are given below.
5 - The entrance
tickets presently are as follows:
Adult
Foreigners - Rs.750/- +
Service Charge
Indians - Rs.510/- +
Service Charge
Children : 3 to 5 years
Foreigners - Rs.500/- +
Service Charge
Indians - Rs.500/- +
Service Charge
6 - The timings are
2030 to 2400 hours.
7 - Tajmahal for
moonlight visits shall NOT be open to visitors during the month of
RAMZAN.
For Foreigners
following required to obtain permit:
Name, Sex, Passport
Number. Age, Nationality.
Full Moon Dates :
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* Pls Note - Dates in
Red indicate Fridays when Taj is
CLOSED.
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** Dates marked in
Black Bold indicate full moon days
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** During month of
Ramadan Moonlight visit to Taj Mahal is not permissible.
Ramadan: September 1 - September 29, 2008
Ramadan: August 21 - September 19, 2009
Ramadan: August 11 - September 8, 2010
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2008 |
2009 |
2010 |
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January |
22 |
9 & 11 |
1, 2, 28,
29, & 30 |
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February |
21 &
22 |
9 |
26 & 28 |
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March |
21 |
11 & 13 |
30 |
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April |
18 & 20 |
10 & 12 |
28 & 30 |
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May |
20 |
8 & 9 |
27 & 28 |
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June |
18 & 20 |
5 & 7 |
25 & 26 |
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July |
18 |
7 |
26 |
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August |
15 & 16 |
6 & 7 |
Ramadan |
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September |
Ramadan |
Ramadan |
23 & 24 |
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October |
14 |
2 & 4 |
22 & 23 |
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November |
13 & 14 |
2 |
19 & 21 |
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December |
12 |
2, 4 & 31 |
21 |

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