Travel to Taj Mahal INDIA
History Of Taj Mahal
Taj Mahal is the 7th wonders of the world. The Taj Mahal is an ivory-white marble monument at the south bank of the Yamuna river in a vast Mughal garden that encompasses nearly 17 hectares in AGRA Uttar Pradesh. It was established by Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal (A PERSIAN PRINCESS).The Taj Mahal contains beautiful Mosque, Guest House and in the south there is main gateway and a large garden. In construction of Taj Mahal masons, Carvers, Calligraphers, Artists and Engineers and 20,000 workers from the whole empire were invited especially from Central Asia and Iran and the expert Architect Ahmad Lahori was specially invited. Taj Mahal is a one day
trip from Delhi you can be visited to Taj Mahal Agra fort Cantt through rail.
You may be visit in High speed Shatabdi Express train starts from Varansi,
Delhi and cities from Rajasthan. Taj Mahal contains 120 rooms, a savon bhadon pavilion and a hall of mirrors named as Sheesh Mahal. The main entrance is designed as a seven storied structured. There are fountains that are elaborate and its effect like rain.
AS A VISITOR YOU MUST
HAVE SHORT OVERVIEW OF TAJ MAHAL FOR YOUR KNOWLEDGE
LOCATION
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LOCATED IN DISTRICT UTAR
PRADESH AGRA, INDIA
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AREA
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17 HECTARES
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HEIGHT
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73 METERS (240 ft)
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BUILT YEAR
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1623---1653
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BUILT FOR (GIFT/DEDICATE TO)
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MUMTAZ MAHAL (WIFE OF SHAH
JEHAN)
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MAIN ARCHITECT
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USTAD AHMAD LAHORI
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VISITORS IN 2014
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7MILLION TO 8 MILLION
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GOVERNING BY
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GOVERNED BY GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
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| Taj Mahal AGRA (INDIA) |
In planning of constructing Taj Mahal the Tomb of Prince Mumtaz Mahal placed in beautiful quadripartite garden not in center of Taj Mahal which is a distinct perspective of the monument. The tomb has very large beautiful white shiny marble square structured symmetrical building in doorway having top high dome with a large high hip knob.
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| Tomb of Mumtaz Mahal |
Is Taj Mahal Worth Visiting?
The answer of visiting Taj Mahal is yes, the visit is totally worth and you won't regret to see this wonders of this universe.
What is the best time to visit Taj Mahal?
You can visit to Taj Mahal any time, but the best time to see this wonders is the winter season from November to February as in summer there is very hot in AGRA.
Things that are not allowed in Taj Mahal
You have no permission of carrying your luggage with yourself. Eating and smoking, Arms, fire & smoking materials such as Cigarette and tobacco, headphone , and electrical accessories are strongly prohibited. Only Camera for Photography is allowed.
What is charging fee to enter in Taj Mahal?
The entering Fee for foreigner is 300 rupees and 25 Rupees for Indians
What is opening and closing time of Taj Mahal?
Taj Mahal is open at 6:00am to 6:30pm
What is Famous in AGRA?
Except Taj Mahal AGRA is famous for AGRA FORT, Sadar Bazar known for handicraft items,shoes and you also buy Marble made beautiful items such as Marble table etc.
A Hole in Taj Mahal
There is a hole in ceiling in the main hall above the tomb of Mumtaz Mahal
Is Taj Mahal Looking Dark in Night?
There are several reasons (Security issues) due to which Taj Mahal is not light up at Night. Due to Lightning at Night the Marbles of Taj Mahal getting Green which attracts Insects.
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| Taj Mahal at Night |
Where to Stay?
Many Hotels in AGRA are not surprising you in the city. But few 4 stars Hotels in AGRA should help you offer a comfortable accommodation with suitable Taj Mahal Views.
FESTIVAL AT AGRA:
There is long weekend Festival takes place at Shilpgram in AGRA nearer to Taj Mahal from February 18 to February 27 each year. Main focus of this festival is on Mughal Emperor Era and Indian Culture etc. You may take advantage of attending this Festival as this venue and festival has special significance because it is apparently located where Artisans who built Taj Mahal.
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