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taj mahal
Monument Mausoleum History & Culture
750 per person For Foreigners (This ticket includes INR 500 for a one-time composite toll levied by Agra Development Authority for Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Itimadi-ud-daula, Akbar’s Tomb, Sikandara and Fatehpur Sikri.)
510 per person For citizens of SAARC and BIMSTEC Countries
No Entry fee for children below the age of 15 years. (both Domestic and Foreigner).
The epitome of love and romance, Taj Mahal was built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan dedicated to his beautiful wife Mumtaz Mahal (Arjumand Bano Begum). It is a mausoleum of the queen, splendidly created in her memory. The very sight of Taj Mahal is a feast to not just your eyes, but all your senses.
History of Taj Mahal
One of the most well known romantic stories about Emperor Shah Jahan and his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal is the life and blood of this monument. It is said that Shah Jahan built this monument in the loving memory of his wife who could not survive the delivery of their fourteenth child, Gauhara Begum. The principal mausoleum was completed in 1648 and the surrounding buildings and garden were finished five years later.
Architecture of Taj Mahal
Spreading across an area of 1003 acres and 405 hectares, this majestic building is recognized as a UNESCO world Heritage Site in the year 1983. Taj Mahal was constructed in the 16th century and displays the artistic brilliance of the Mughals. Being located on the banks of the Yamuna river adds to the splendor of this marvel. The complex is set in the middle of a large 300-metre (980 ft) square charbagh or Mughal garden. The garden has a raised pathway that divides each of the four quarters of the garden into 16 flowerbeds. The image of the mausoleum is reflected in the raised marble water tank at the center of the garden.
Best time to Visit Taj Mahal
The best time to visit Taj Mahal during the year is from November to February, and in a day it’s during the dusk and dawn. At both the times the sight of the Taj is the most exquisite. Moreover it better to reach the place as early as possible, that will help to be ahead of the huge crowd that increases during mid-day and noon. Taj Mahal can be viewed at night too. During the full moon and two days before and after that, i.e 5 days in total, you can book tickets for a mesmerising night viewing of the Taj Mahal.
It is rightly interpreted by the English poet Sir Edwin Arnold as “Not a piece of architecture, as other buildings are, but the proud passions of an emperor's love wrought in living stones.” The exquisite view of the Taj under the full moon is absolutely spellbinding. One among the seven wonders of the world, this is a monument you can't miss.
2) You may keep your belongings inside the lockers at the ticket counter, however this is at your own risk. Also, wearing shoes inside the main complex is not allowed. You are provided with a blue sock to wear when entering the marble structure.
3) There are also some provisions of getting a bag to keep your belongings. Do ask for that.
4) It is advisable to hire official audio guides available at the ASI ticket counter or to avail services of only approved guides and photographers who show their identity cards so that you're not fleeced.
5) The Taj Mahal is a religious site and it is ideal to dress conservatively when here, keeping traditions of Islam in mind, not only because the Taj Mahal itself is a mausoleum, but also because there are mosques inside the Taj Mahal complex.
6) Tourists can carry a water bottle inside the monument. Shoe covers (so that you don't need to take your shoes off), 1/2 litre water bottle and Tourist Guide Map of Agra are provided free of cost with the foreigner's entry ticket for the Taj Mahal.
7) Wheelchairs for disabled persons and First Aid Boxes are available at the A.S.I. Office inside the Taj Mahal complex. A charge of INR 1000 is to be deposited as security (refundable) before wheelchairs are made available for the disabled.
8) All the above mentioned items along with the mobile phones are not permitted for the night viewing of the Taj Mahal.
9) Video camera is allowed up to the red sand stone platform at the main entrance gate of the Taj Mahal complex. Inside the main mausoleum, photography is prohibited and visitors are requested not to make noise.
10) You can use the Southern Gate for entry between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM only.
11) The monument is closed on Friday.
