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MARVEL AT THE TAJ MAHAL - AN EMBLEM OF ETERNAL LOVE OF THE 7 WONDERS OF THE WORLD
India Crafts, Taj East Gate Road, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282001, India
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Description
The Taj Mahal in India has stood the test of time, weathering the elements and retaining its status as a symbol of love. Built by Emperor Shah Jahan for his wife Mumtaz Mahal, this white marble monument is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a must-visit for travelers.
When to Visit
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Sunrise and Sunset: Opens 30 minutes before sunrise and closes 30 minutes before sunset.
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Night Viewing: Open for five nights each month around the full moon, offering stunning night views.
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Closed on Fridays: Avoid booking visits on Fridays as the monument is closed.
Entry Gates
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Western Gate: Leads to a garden and reflective pool that mirrors the Taj Mahal, creating an iconic view.
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Eastern Gate: Less crowded and ideal for photography, especially at sunrise.
History and Construction
Commissioned in 1631 by Emperor Shah Jahan, the main tomb was completed by 1643, and the entire complex by 1653. It spans 42 acres with 28 varieties of precious stones inlaid into the marble. The construction involved 22,000 laborers and 1,000 elephants.
Alternate Viewing Location
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Mehtab Bagh: A garden next to the Taj Mahal, offering excellent views and photography opportunities, especially when the Taj is closed.
The Taj Mahal remains a symbol of eternal love, attracting visitors from around the world.
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The Taj Mahal opens its gates daily 30 minutes before sunrise and closes 30 minutes before sunset, offering spectacular views at sunrise. Additionally, it opens at night for five days each month around the full moon, providing a unique viewing experience. This includes the full moon night, two nights before, and two nights after. Although the inner mausoleum is closed at night, the view under the full moon is considered worth the effort and extra cost.
The Taj Mahal is an ivory-white marble mausoleum on the right bank of the river Yamuna in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India. It was commissioned in 1631 by the fifth Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan to house the tomb of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal; it also houses the tomb of Shah Jahan himself.
Mehtab Bagh is a charbagh complex in Agra, North India. It lies north of the Taj Mahal complex and the Agra Fort on the opposite side of the Yamuna River, in the flood plains. The garden complex, square in shape, measures about 300 by 300 metres and is perfectly aligned with the Taj Mahal on the opposite bank.
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