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TAJ MAHAL

Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India

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The Taj Mahal is an ivory-white marble mausoleum on the southern bank of the river Yamuna in the Indian city of Agra. It was commissioned in 1632 by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan to house the tomb of his favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal, it also houses the tomb of Shah Jahan himself. One of Seven Wonders of the World, White Marble Mughal Architecture, the Taj Mahal was built by emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his wife, Mumtaj. It is located at the bank of river Yamuna in Agra. It was completed in 1653 with the estimated cost of 32 million Indian rupees which would today stand up to 58 billion Indian rupees. It is considered as the best example of Mughal architecture worldwide and is called the “Jewel of Muslim Art in India”. This is probably the monument that is most recognised the world over for its association with the Indian heritage sites.

Interesting Facts

  • The most recognizable feature is the white dome at the peak of the mausoleum. Often called the 'Onion Dome', it rises to about 35 meters (115 feet) and is surrounded by four other domes.
  • Many of the precious stones on the mausoleum were ripped off from the walls of the mausoleum by the British army during the Indian rebellion of 1857.
  • Legend has it that Emperor Shah Jahan intended to build another Taj Mahal in black marble across the river but a war with his sons interrupted these plans.

Suggested time duration

6 Hours

Crowded Period

Weekend

Best Season To Visit

April to August

Do's & Dont's

  • Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety.
  • Do not consume liquor.

Architecture

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Timings

Day Start Time End Time Adult Entry Fee Child Entry Fee
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Saturday
06:00 AM 06:30 PM 50 50
  • Foreigner Adult Fee : 1100 Foreigner Child Fee : 1100
  • Friday is Holiday

Transport Connections

Name Distance Contact Number
Agra Bus Stand
1 KM 1800-180-2877
Agra City Railway Station
4.4 KM 139
Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyay Airport
12 KM 0562-2400844

What to Carry

  • Carry Water Bottle and Snacks

Suitable For

Adults Disabled Elderly Children Infants

Facilities

Toilets Changing Rooms Restaurants Lockers First Aid

Parking

Parking is Available for 30 Cars

Nearest Town

Town Name Distance
Agra 3.8 KM

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TAJ MAHAL

Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India

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