Iconic, beautiful and amazing – words can never be enough to describe the beauty of this symbol of eternal love. The Taj Mahal in Agra, one of the most admired seven wonders of the world, is a classic story of the declaration of love by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan for his wife Mumtaz. This artistic masterpiece was built by Shah Jahan as a symbol of love in memory of his wife after she passed away during childbirth.
Taj Mahal, luxury building in IndiaThe mausoleum located in Agra, the Taj Mahal, is India’s most famous monument and a temple of timeless love. Built between 1632 and 1653 AD by Shah Jahan, the 5th Mughal emperor of the Mughal dynasty, this symbol of true love and passion took 21 years and Rs 32 crore to build. Its pristine white marble shines brilliantly through the rays of the sun providing a visual masterpiece. The Taj Mahal was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983 and has received numerous awards since then.
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Book your most memorable holidays with View India Tours to cover the best destinations of North India with Golden Triangle Tour – Delhi-Agra-Jaipur. 22 years of holiday experience, enthusiastic travel support staff and high-end luxury travel experience are our forte. The Taj Mahal is undoubtedly the most beautiful monument in India and a magnificent gem of Mughal architecture. The inspiration behind the Taj Mahal came from the Mughal tradition of building majestic monuments and palaces in memory of their beloved members, which also led to the idea behind the construction of the Taj Mahal.
The architecture of the Taj Mahal is the most enviable blend of the best infrastructure around the world. It has Persian influences like the dome design and the inclusion of the ‘arched entrance’. It also took inspiration from contemporary Hindu design ideas like chhatris and lotus motifs in its architecture.
The Taj Mahal is part of an elaborate complex that has an ornate entrance gate, a stunningly designed garden, a beautiful water system and a mosque. The best time to visit Agra for Taj Mahal tour is from October to December and February to March. The moderate and comfortable weather during this time makes it the most pleasant time of the year to visit Taj Mahal.
The best time of the day to visit Taj Mahal, Agra is sunrise as at that time Taj Mahal looks like a blooming flower when the rays of the morning sun kiss it and turn it pink. Moreover, visiting Taj Mahal early in the morning has its own advantages as you can not only avoid the crowds but also the heat which increases as the day progresses. Sunrise is the best time to visit Taj Mahal for people who like to take photos in the morning.
Otherwise, when the scorching sun subsides in the afternoon, sunset is also a good time to visit Taj Mahal, Agra. Sunset is usually a good option for Taj Mahal visitors as this is when the monument is surrounded by reddish lights which present a different image of the structure. Amidst the dark skies and moonlight, this monument exudes divine peace and magic.
How to Reach Taj Mahal in Agra
The best way to reach Taj Mahal in Agra is by road. If you are in Delhi for a holiday in India or on a Golden Triangle tour, the best way to reach Agra is by road via NH2 and New Yamuna Expressway, from where you will have to cover a driving distance of 4-5 hours. The distance from Delhi to Taj Mahal is approximately 225 kms.
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Days and Timings to Visit Taj Mahal
The most romantic building in the world, the days and timings to visit Taj Mahal in Agra are Monday to Thursday and Saturday to Sunday, Fridays are closed for Muslim prayers at the mosque. The Taj Mahal visiting hours set by the Archaeological Survey of India are from 0600 to 1830 IST.
Once inside, tourists can spend any number of hours inside the Taj Mahal complex, from sunrise to sunset. Cameras are allowed inside to capture beautiful shots of this architectural marvel. There is a nominal entry fee for each tourist to the Taj Mahal, tickets for which are available at the western and eastern gates throughout the day till 5 pm. The Taj Mahal timings and entry fee is also displayed on their official website, make sure you check the details before heading out. For ardent admirers of beauty, do not miss the opportunity to see the Taj Mahal at night. Night viewing of the Taj Mahal is allowed only for 5 nights in a month from 2030 to 1230, one full moon night, two days before and one day after. However, the night viewing is restricted to only 400 visitors who are put into 8 batches of 50 each and each batch gets only 30 minutes to roam around.
