Where
Taj Mahal
Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra, Uttar Pradesh
About this place
Built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan between 1632 and 1653 in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal, the Taj Mahal is widely considered the finest example of Mughal architecture. The white marble mausoleum sits on a raised plinth flanked by four minarets and a charbagh garden, with the Yamuna River behind. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the seven wonders of the modern world. Sunrise viewing is unmissable.
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#unesco#wonder#mughal#marble#sunrise
Frequently asked
Is the Taj Mahal open every day?
Open daily from sunrise to sunset except Fridays, when it closes for Friday prayers at the mosque. Night-viewing is offered on 5 nights around full moon each month and must be booked in advance.
How much does a ticket cost?
₹50 for Indian citizens, ₹1,100 for foreigners, plus a small additional charge to enter the mausoleum platform itself. Children under 15 enter free. Tickets are sold online at asitajmahal.gov.in.
How do I get to the Taj Mahal?
Agra Cantt and Agra Fort railway stations are about 6 km away. From the Taj East/West Gate parking area, only electric vehicles and pedestrians are allowed in the 500 m around the monument.
Can I take photos inside?
Photography is allowed in the gardens and on the platform. Inside the mausoleum chamber, photography and videography are not permitted.
What's the best time to visit?
Sunrise — the marble shifts colour from pearl to pink to white over the first hour. Avoid Fridays (closed), and the peak summer of May–June.
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