History & Architecture
Taj Mahal
"Tear Drop on the face of eternity" a famous quote from 'Rabindra Nath Tagore' to describe the purity of the Taj Mahal in a single quote. This line is the best chosen to start about the Taj Mahal. India a cultural country and also rich in heritage destinations, one of the most popular state 'Uttar Pradesh' in North India and here lies a city 'Agra'. Agra tourism has got its prestige because of the Taj Mahal and is also known as Taj City.
Dating back to the medieval period of Indian history, the Agra was the Mughal capital of ruling Mughal rulers and it has witnessed the ruling time period of Akbar, Jahangir, Shah Jahan and many other successors of Mughal dynasty. The ruling period of Shah Jahan was the golden time period of the Mughal dynasty because during his rule he has given many promising monuments that are still in existence and adored by the entire world.
The monuments and forts which we adore are generally built by stone and crafted with design giving Mughal architecture, Rajput architecture. Taj Mahal, one of the most expensive fort built with white marble, but lots of love makes the monument a living soul. Taj Mahal is one of the examples of a live love story of the emperor for his wife. Not fiction, but Taj Mahal narrates you a special love, honor, and soulful story to the travelers who come to visit the place.
The entrance, dome, and finishing of the Taj Mahal is unique in itself. UNESCO has given Taj Mahal a special credit for the exclusive heritage monument. The year 1631 to 1648 was the entire period when the world finally got one of the jewel masterpieces in a form of Taj Mahal in Agra built by Shah Jahan to express his love and give his wife’s soul a beautiful house to stay forever.
Full moonlight day blooms the beauty of the Taj Mahal to the astonishing beauty like a poet describing his poem and a lover meeting his soul mate under the moonlight and twinkling stars. Agra tour package is complete with the Taj Mahal trip and admires the promising masterpiece of the world.
Famous For
The symbol of love was made by Emperor Shah Jahan in the loving memory his wife and the most loved Queen in his Harem, Begum Mumtaz Mahal.
Timing
06:00 am - 06:30 pm
Entry Fee
1300/-
UNESCO Status
Yes
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Taj Mahal FAQ's
A few common questions before you visit. Still curious? Our travel designers respond within 24 hours.
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Taj Mahal is open 06:00 am - 06:30 pm.
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The entry fee is 1300/- per person, though rates can change - we confirm the latest price when planning your itinerary.
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Yes - Taj Mahal is recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Nearby Agra also has Agra Fort worth combining into the same day out.
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Yes - every itinerary is built around you, and a senior travel designer will confirm timings and combine it with other sights within one business day.