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About Taj Mahal
Taj Mahal standing proudly on the bank of the river Yamuna in Agra. Tajmahal is India's noble honor to the grace of Indian womanhood. Built by King Shahjehan, the 5th emperor of Mughal Empire in the memory of his dearly loved wife Mumtaz Mahal, Taj Mahal in India is the largest and the most expensive tomb built by any man on earth.
The "symbol of eternal love", TajMahal at Agra is without doubt one of the most amazing marvel of the world. Famous for its architectural magnificence and artistic beauty, Tajmahal considered among man's proudest creations and is always included in the list of the world's topmost wonders. As a tomb, it has no equivalent upon earth, for earthly remains have never been housed so wealthily.
The Architecture of Tajmahal
The Tajmahal, huge itself, is not an isolated building but it is a part of a massive
complex containing a main gateway, an elaborately laid garden, a mosque and a
prayer house, outer enclosures and enclosing walls.
Construction of the Taj Mahal began in 1631 and was completed in 22 years.
Twenty thousand people were commissioned to work on it. The materials were
brought in from all over India and central Asia and it took a fleet of 1000
elephants to transport it to the site.
The dome is made of pure white marble, but the tomb is set against the plain
across the river and it is this background that formulates the magic of colours
that, through their reflection, change the view of the Taj at different time
of the day. The hue change at different hours of the day and during different
seasons. Taj Mahal is best viewed in a moonlight night. Like a jewel, the
Taj sparkles in moonlight when the semi-precious stones studded into the white
marble on the main mausoleum receives the glow of the moon. The Tajmahal
India is pinkish in the morning, milky white in the evening and golden when the moon
shines. Just a awesome spectacle to view.
Tourist Information of Tajmahal Tour
Visiting Hours : Open from sunrise to 19 hours. The monument is closed on
Mondays.
Entry Fee : Entry fee for those above 12 years. Entry Fee for Foreign Nationals
: 750 Rs., Entry Fee For Indian
Tourists : 20 Rs. Free entry on Fridays.
Best Viewed At : Moonlight Night
Other Attractions Near the Tajmahal India
Agra Fort
Built by three great Mughal emperors, Agra Fort is a massive structure housing
several must see attractions.
Itmad-ud-Daulah's Tomb
This was built by Noorjehan in the memory of her father Mirza Ghiyas Beg.
This a beautiful structure with amazing carvings and inlay work.
Sikandara
Sikandara is Situated at a distance of 10 km from Agra, Sikandara tomb of Akbar is a perfect
blend of Hindu, Christian, Islamic, Buddhist, Jain motifs.
Getting There
Air : Taj Mahal is located at Agra, which is easily accessible from
all the parts of India by air.
Rail : One can easily reach Agra by rail routes.
Road : Agra has well connected road networks, which are linked to all the major
destinations of Uttar Pradesh and nearby state.
Accommodation
Accommodation is certainly not a problem in Tajmahal Tour. We provide the best of the
accommodation facilities just suited for you. The hotels in Agra ranges from
luxury, deluxe to budget type. You can pick the one which best suites your
interest and budget.
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