Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World and a protected UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1983, is rightfully the crown of Indian tourism. Built with pristine white marble smiles differently at the onlooker, at different times of the day. At day-break, the pink glow of the morning sun, at noon the dazzling white shine, and on a moonlit night, the awe-inspiring glow – are something that words fail to describe. A tourist’s trip to India is incomplete without taking in the glory and beauty of this grand monument. Agra, where Taj Mahal and some other great Mughal structures are located, is best explored during the winter months of November to March, when the weather is quite pleasant.
Taj Mahal Trip to India: Lets travel back in time!
Described by the great Indian poet Rabindra Nath Tagore, as a tear drop glistening on the cheek of time, Taj Mahal has a poignant story to tell. It was built by the Mughal king Shah Jehan as an ode of love to his wife Mumtaz Mahal, who died in childbirth, in 1631. He has immortalized his love in this beautiful monument, which took around 17 years to build. The perfect symmetry, the intricately carved marble walls and the meticulously planned gardens – all leave the onlookers enthralled.
Important travel tips for Taj Mahal Visit to India
If visiting the iconic Taj Mahal is on your list this year – and it should absolutely be, here are some quick essential tips you should know to make your experience more awesome!
1. Short on time? Board Superfast train from Delhi
If you plan to cover this visit over the weekend, plan a Private Golden Triangle tour (Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur) or opt for Trip to Agra from Delhi in Superfast Train. Get the full details here. The tickets are affordable and it’s best to book a week in advance. There are plenty rickshaws or autos available from the Agra railway station to take you to the Taj Mahal. If you wish to rent a car, then the Golden Triangle tour will take you there in just 3 hours from Delhi via road.
2. Weather Check Before you visit
The beauty of Taj Mahal is best felt when the weather is just pleasant with clear skies so that you can get the best undisturbed views. The winter season, October to March is the best time to visit but also attracts high footfall. You might encounter hazy fog during November through February in the early morning. The winter season is the most suitable to plan a trip to India for exploring its heritage gems.
3. Closed on Fridays
Take note that this monument is shut for visitors on Fridays. If you arrive Agraon Friday, you can cover spend the day visiting the other city attractions and save the visit for the next day. You can head for a full day sightseeing tour to the Agra Fort, Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah, Fatehpur Sikri, Mehtab Bagh, Jahangir Mahal, Taj Museum and don’t miss on the lip-smacking street food. For your sweet tooth, savor the city’s most famed and juiciest pumpkin sweets (Petha).
4. Know about History of Taj Mahal – It’s worth popping in!
It’s always good to read a little bit about the history of any historical site before visiting. If you plan a tour to Agra on next trip to India with us, our local guide would be there to spill the wisdom and surprise you with interesting facts. OR you can hire your own guide there. However, doing a quick self-read online does no harm.
5. Leave non-essentials back at home.
There is some serious checking done at the entry and strict rules to be followed. Any kind of mobile chargers, tripods, GoPros or Drones are not allowed. So just carry your phone, camera and your adventurous zeal leaving everything else behind.
6. Take the typical ‘Taj Mahal’ shot
There are many corners to give you the perfect lighting, angle and background of the Taj Mahal. The east and west gates of the tomb give the best captures without a bazillion other people photobombing. An interesting fact here, this beauty looks almost identical from both east and west. If you love clicking pictures, the glowing morning light will give the perfect settings to get clickin’.
7. Take a closer look!
Walk closer to the building and get stunned by its fine aesthetics. Totally worth admiring! We would let the rest for you to experience with naked eyes.
8. It has a museum too!
Touted as the Taj Mahal Museum, it houses various rich antique collection, precious stones, war tools and equipments, royal records of the Mughal period and so much more. We have almost summed up the best tips to prep you up for your first trip to India to the Taj Mahal. Now you’re all set to visit here and if you have enough time, do explore other famous places of Agra. You can also club your visit with a tour of Jaipur city, the Pink City of India known for its majestic forts.
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