| Location : Agra , Uttar Pradesh |
| Timings: Open half an hour before sunrise and closes after 30 minutes of sunset |
| Time required : 2 hours |
| Entry fees : Indian and SAARC country visitors – INR 50                     Foreign Visitors – INR 1100 ( Entry is fee is not required for children below 15 years of age)  |
OVERVIEW
This is among the most beautiful seven wonders of the World. Located in the famous city of Uttar Pradesh Agra. Agra city has major significance only because of the Taj Mahal. It was built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in remembrance of his third wife Mumtaz. Tourists from all over the world visit the Taj Mahal while on an Indian tour. Though its beauty is attractive and enchanting but also the history associated with it has major significance. In this article, we have provided the most detailed information about the Taj Mahal. Scroll on to read more about the taj mahal
HISTORY OF TAJ MAHAL
The taj mahal construction was started in the year 1632 and the whole complex was completed in the year 1653. This historical monument was built by Shah Jahan for his wife who died in the year 1631 as a mausoleum. After its completion shah was sent to jail for the rest of his life by his son Aurangzeb. He only gets a glimpse of the taj mahal through the jail small window. Shah Jahan died in the year 1666. Taj mahal was added as a UNESCO world heritage site in the year 1983. The glorious taj mahal is still pristine as when it was constructed. Thousands of People from around the world come each year to just have a glimpse of the wonderful taj mahal. Taj mahal architecture is unique because of the use of beautiful marbles. Many restoration projects were undergoing during the 20th century.
INSIDE TAJ MAHAL AND TAJ MAHAL GARDEN
The aura inside the taj mahal is mesmerizing and captivating. You can enter the taj mahal by any gate among east, west and south. Taj Mahal is situated at the northern end of the taj garden. Apart from this, the back facing of the taj mahal is on the Yamuna river. Taj is made up of semi-translucent white marble from ins and out. Apart from this Mumtaz mahal lies just below the main dome of the taj mahal. Also, you will be able to see different types of precious stones inside the temple. Also, the taj mahal complex has a Redstone-made mosque where native Muslim people of Agra city gather often. Taj Mahal garden is the entry point of the taj mahal and the most attractive for tourists. Taj mahal tour is worth less if you don’t spend time at the taj mahal garden. This garden is divided into four parts. Also, have two marble canals and a fountain at the centre of the garden
BEST TIME TO VISIT THE TAJ MAHAL
If you are also curious to know the best time to visit the taj mahal, then you go. Mornings before sunrise is for sure the best time to visit the taj mahal. Apart from this you, get the best glimpse of the taj mahal during the sunset. Full moon nights are way too beautiful to watch taj mahal though tickets are limited. Pre-booking is best for getting tickets.
HOW TO REACH TAJ MAHAL
Getting to the Taj Mahal and travelling around Agra can be done by Tongus, Electric Bus and Tempo. There are also auto rickshaws and state buses. To minimize the impact of pollution on the memorial, vehicles are not permitted near the Taj and must be parked in parking lots not far from the mausoleum. There are non-electric sightseeing buses for visitors from the parking lot. If it’s not too sunny, you can go back and forth between the two. Otherwise, many cars and battery-powered rickshaws cycle between the two main monuments, with minimal charges.
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