Taj Mahal, Agra

Taj Mahal Agra India

Introduction: A typical symbol of enduring love-Tajmahal majestically stands on the bank of river Yamuna in Agra. It is a living embodiment of the flowing love of a husband towards his beloved wife. Shahjahan- king of the world, assembled the most talented artisans to build a mausoleum for his wife. It portrays the artistic accomplishment of the Mughal king.

Even though he was a powerful Sultan, fate had other plans for him when ot snatched his wife from him. Begum bound him with a promise to build a beautiful monument for her, which the powerful sultan complied with. We at Japji Travels make your dream come true by planning the trip by providing tour packages for one, two or three days at different prices.

Taj Mahal tickets: This monument is open on all days except Fridays. If you are a foreigner, Taj Mahal Tickets will cost you Rs.1,100. Foreigners will get one bottled drink, an Agra map to guide them inside the monument, a golf cart service and a shoe cover when they pay the entry fees. Children less than 15 years old need not take tickets.

Anyone can buy TajMahal tickets from www.asiagracircle.in & www.tajmahal.gov.in. These portals will be open one hour before sunrise and close one hour before sunset. Visiting the main mausoleum will cost an extra rs.200 for the visitors, and it will be in addition to the entry ticket cost.

If you have any complaints about ticketing, you can approach the Archeological Survey of India because the monument is under their administration. While visiting the Taj Mahal, you should carry one government-approved ID card to be allowed inside.

Best time to visit Tajmahal:

Summer will be the best time to visit TajMahal. You can visit this monument from March to June and avoid November to February. During winter, you can't enjoy the beauty of Tajmahal as snow blankets it, restricting a clear view of it. 

Try to visit this monument before the crack of dawn as it appears very beautiful with the tender touch of sunrays during twilight. Waking up a little early will fetch a reward for photophiles. Morning is the perfect time if you want to enjoy alone. On the flip side, visiting the Tajmahal at sunset can be a good experience as the temperature is pleasant, and the monument shines in the moonlight. During this time, it may have many visitors.

Who would not like to enjoy magic? The best time to visit Tajmahal would be a couple of days before or after the new moon. The sky will bear the reflection of the beautiful monument in its lap - a wonderful sight to behold! Visiting this place between July and September can be a bad idea as this place will receive heavy rain. 

Taj Mahal timings: From dawn 6 AM to dusk 6 PM, this monument is open for public visit except on Fridays. Muslims can only visit here on Friday afternoons for prayers. It is also open from 8.30 PM till 12.30 AM. It is when the viewers get a mesmerising view of its shadow in the sky. These are the daily Taj Mahal timings.

• Note: Every Friday Taj Mahal is Closed

Best Hotels near Taj Mahal:

1. Hotel Sidhartha: Situated 550 m away, hotel Sidhartha is a 3-minute walk from the monument. You can enjoy a great stay here as it has all the facilities like AC rooms and online restaurants from where you can order food and free internet. As an out-of-towner, you can always pop into Pinch of Spice, Esphahan, and Bon-Barbeque restaurants and visit nearby famous structures like Agra Fort and Sheesh Mahal along Tajmahal.
2. The Oberoi Amarvilas: Oberai Amarvilas is more or less like a palace with spacious and specifically designed rooms. This palatial building will offer royal treatment to the inmates and has all the modern amenities suited to a king. It has spa facilities, a swimming pool, a room, and fine restaurants to offer treats to your tastebuds.
3. Hotel Saniya Taj: This is another hotel near the monument. Sanya Taj is a budget-friendly hotel located 5 minutes away from the Taj Mahal. Breakfast comes with the package, and they provide an uninterrupted Wi-fi connection. 
4. Hotel Rashmi: This is another budget-friendly hotel next to Saniya Hotel that provides a tidy air-conditioned room, room service, Airconditioned, high-speed internet, free parking, and a rooftop terrace restaurant where you can have a peaceful time having food and enjoying music at the same time.
5. Hotel Kamal: A reasonably good hotel providing good customer service and well-furnished rooms. The food provided in the rooftop restaurant is mouth-watering, and you can catch a glimpse of the beautiful monument enjoying the food.

These are the best hotels near Taj Mahal you can choose to stay while visiting this monument of love.

Taj Mahal Guide:

We at Japji Travels provide tailor-made tour packages with a guest-friendly guide throughout the tour. Once you reach Agra early in the morning, our Taj mahal guide will take you to this place. You can start enjoying the monument from 11 AM till 1 o'clock. After that, our driver will lead you to some good restaurants nearby before heading to Agra Fort. You can spend 1 hour in that fort and look around the old Sikandar fort.

Our Taj Mahal guide will take you to Sikander Fort, and in the evening, try visiting Agra's local markets to discover the culture and lifestyle of the locals there for 2 hours. They will take you back to Delhi once you spend some time in the market before dropping you at the airport or railway station.

• The cost for A day trip to the Taj Mahal was Rs. 9500. But now it is available for Rs. 8455 after an 11% discount.

Taj Mahal Sunrise timings:

The Taj Mahal- the most celebrated Indian monument, a living embodiment of love is worth seeing if you ever visit Agra. You can enjoy the splendid beauty of this architectural masterpiece either in the mornings or in the evenings. The first rays of the Sun kiss the monument at 5.33 AM. This monument will appear the best during Taj Mahal sunrise timing and you can pay a visit in the morning if you are a morning person.

If you want to avoid crowds, arrive before morning 5.30 at the east or west gate. You can be the first one to enter the monument when she will look breathtakingly beautiful. If you are a free-spirited wanderer and explorer, you can visit during sundown to experience the serene environment of the Taj Mahal.