The things you need to know before visiting the Taj Mahal tour
by Indiator
Location
Taj Mahal needs no introduction, as it is acknowledged as the most romantic building in the world. Being in the list of World’s seven wonders, Tajmahal is also known as Crown of the Palace. Tajmahal is situated on the bank of the Yamuna river in Agra city.
Other than Taj Mahal tour, Agra has many other iconic places to visit like Akbar’s Tomb, Agra Fort, Guru Ka Tal, Itmad-Ud-Daulah Tomb, Mehtab Bagh Gardens, Jama Mosque, Chini Ka Rauza mausoleum, Tomb of Mariam-uz-Zamani, Moti Mosque and the Musamman Burj.
History
Before proceeding to visit the Taj Mahal trip you must know about its history. Tajmahal was built by Shah Jahan for his third beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal who died after giving birth to their child. This incredible monument was constructed by the drudgery of 20,000 artisans and it took 20 years to complete, it was constructed from 1631 – 1648.
Tajmahal is made up of white marble in Persian and Mughal style of architecture. The white marble and other material were brought from different countries.
White Marble from Rajasthan, Turquoise from Tibet, Lapis Lazuli from Afghanistan, Sapphire from Sri Lanka, and Jade & Crystal from China. Through Taj Mahal tour you can explore the construction and unbelievable architecture of the Taj-Mahal.
How to get there?
You shall go to Taj Mahal day tour through Delhi, it will take around 4 hours to reach the Tajmahal. Tajmahal is 221 Km from Delhi Airport. You may also enjoy a Taj Mahal tour package on the same day from Mumbai, Cochin, Kolkata, Bangalore, Ahmedabad, and Chennai.
The distance to Taj Mahal from Jaipur is just 250 Km, so you may also reach to Tajmahal from Jaipur and enjoy your Taj Mahal tour. You may book Airport Transfer Services, book taxi service, or you can take an Auto – rickshaw from Agra it for your Taj Mahal day tour.
Best time to go
The best time for the Taj Mahal tour is usually during the winter season, from November to February. As Tajmahal is in open, so cool climate is comfortable for visitors. Otherwise, Tajmahal is open throughout the year and six days a week, Friday is close. The timing to visit Taj Mahal is between 8:00 am – 5:00 pm and the nighttime of Taj Mahal trip is between 8:30 pm-12:30 am. Remember that, night view is available only five nights in a month during full moon week, rest of the time it is not applicable.
What to wear
There is no such dress code to visit Tajmahal, but according to the Indian culture and Society, the dress should cover your body. It covers, arm, legs, cleavage, and shoulders. It is better if you wear according to the weather.
How much are tickets?
Taj Mahal tour has different entry fees for people from different countries like:
- Indian Citizens – INR 40
- Citizens of Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri-Lanka, and Thailand – INR 530
- Citizens from countries NOT listed above – INR 1000
- Children below 15 years (irrespective of country) – FREE
You may purchase tickets from following places –
- TajMahal Western Gate (near Saheli Burj)
- TajMahal Eastern Gate (750 metres away at Shilpgram)
- TajMahal Southern Gate
Best things to See
TajMahal tour offers several must see places in Taj-Mahal are-
- The enchanting exterior of the Taj-Mahal.
- Tajmahal Museum.
- The Riverfront Terrace.
- Mughal Riverfront Garden.
- Lower Tomb Chamber
- The Scree and Cenotaphs
- The Pishtaqs and Monumental Porches
Book your Taj Mahal Tour Package gives with Indiator and enjoy the perfectly customized package and explore the Taj Mahal at its best.
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