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Taj Mahal

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  • Alchemist2889
    India9 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The hype is real!
    I always thought it might be just like many other Mughal palaces and forts in India only with white marble but when I first looked at it I was mesmerized by its beauty. It is definitely the epitome of architecture and beauty. A must visit place.
    Visited October 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written October 6, 2023
  • Karan
    New Delhi, India154 contributions
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    Wah Taaaajjjjjjj!!!!
    The Taj Mahal, a magnificent white marble mausoleum located in Agra, India, is a breathtaking masterpiece of Mughal architecture. It was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. This iconic monument is renowned worldwide for its timeless beauty and historical significance. The Taj Mahal's awe-inspiring symmetry and intricate details reflect the meticulous craftsmanship of the artisans. There are 11 tombs + 11 tombs at the main gate marking the 22 years it took to build Taj Mahal. There are a total of 16 gardens and 53 fountains marking the year 1653 as the year of completion. Visiting the Taj Mahal is a sensory experience, with its serene atmosphere and the Yamuna River flowing nearby. Be watchful for weekend visits as the crowd goes upto 40-50 k easily In conclusion, the Taj Mahal is an architectural marvel, a testament to love, and a must-visit for anyone exploring India's rich history and culture.
    Visited October 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written October 15, 2023
  • Manjoor A
    6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Tajrrefic
    Had a great experience and the Taj Mahal is truly breathtaking. Would also recommend Alankar Gupta as a guide he was very knowledgeable. If I didn’t have a guide I’d just be looking at a beautiful building with my guide I experienced the wonder.
    Visited October 2023
    Traveled solo
    Written October 18, 2023
  • Muskan C
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Taj Mahal is one of the seven wonders of the world designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
    The visit to the Taj Mahal was akin to entering a dream. Everything about the Hotel Krishna in Agra was cozy and delightful. It was a beautiful site. Mr. Raju, our tour guide, brought the Taj Mahal to life with his enormous knowledge about its history. My Papa handled the congested streets of Agra like an expert. The Taj Mahal will always hold a special place in my heart as a result of my journey which left me with a lovely recollection.
    Visited August 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written October 27, 2023
  • Shreeya d
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    "Majestic Marvel: A Glimpse into the Taj Mahal's Timeless Beauty."
    Visiting the Taj Mahal was a dream come true. This ivory masterpiece, framed by lush gardens, seemed almost surreal. I would wholeheartedly recommend this pilgrimage to anyone seeking to be captivated by one of the world's most iconic landmarks.
    Visited September 2023
    Traveled solo
    Written October 27, 2023
  • JohnRegoPark
    Rego Park, New York1,278 contributions
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    Breathtaking!!
    It's a cliche, I know, but the pictures of the Taj do not do the place justice. It is absolutely majestic and glitters in the sunlight. Buying tickets at the kiosk is a snap. You pass through security and then into the sanctuary area which is wide and majestic. There is a queue to get into the building, although honestly the inside is not much. The site requires a good deal of walking and people with mobility issues will have trouble because it is not handicap accessible. The area around the site can be dangerous. People have had their backpacks ripped open and purses snatched. Avoid the monkeys.
    Visited October 2023
    Traveled with friends
    Written November 3, 2023
  • UllashbhaiMBBS
    Dhaka City, Bangladesh318 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    7th wonder for a reason
    This was our 2nd time visiting Taj Mahal . Right when you get to the entrance , you would think that you’ve seen it on TV numerous times and when you see it physically, it’s another story . I’ll spare you the history, everyone knows Moghul Emperor Shahjahan built this tomb after his wife Mumtaz Mahal died . Just imagine this was built during 1631-1658 manually . Located in Agra . I would suggest the travelers to do below to make your life easier . 1. Get the upper class ticket to visit the entire terrace 2. Get an official tourist guide , this is mandatory 3. Stay closer or in the same vicinity , during summer you can clearly see the sunrise 4. Reach there early to take those special photographs , there are thousands of people around .
    Visited January 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written November 5, 2023
  • My Hong H
    Belgium11 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very crowded, but beautiful
    We were there around 6 in the morning. It was already very crowded. Dont take too much with you, especially dont take a tripod or something similar, they won’t let you pass. On the way to the gate and also in the park there are a lot of photographers, tour guides,.. who will try to sell you and wont stop if you already said no. The last resort is to just ignore them straight away. Buy a ticket online beforehand, it saves some time. Taj Mahal itself is beautiful but we had the bad luck that there was a lot of smog in the city, so also at the Taj Majal itself.
    Visited November 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written November 7, 2023
  • vandams@thetraveller
    London, United Kingdom162 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A must see! Simply perfect and impressive
    I always wanted to see the Taj Mahal and finally I did!!! Making the trip to Agra will stay with you forever and I highly recommend that each one makes that visit in their lifetime. This experience was up their with my visit to the pyramids and Petra. Having a guide is recommended so you can understand the whole love story. Arrive in awe and leave thunderstruck ❤️❤️❤️
    Visited November 2023
    Traveled solo
    Written November 9, 2023
  • Frequent Traveller
    Jaipur, India767 contributions
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    Awesome at sunrise
    What is there to add.... It's one of the go to places when visiting India. It is awesome. Try and go early & catch the sunrise... It's very busy, but there are quite places and solitude to be found. As usual, oursudis decay & despair within 50 metres.
    Visited November 2023
    Traveled solo
    Written November 9, 2023
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PhilthetravellerXI
Avoca Beach, Australia886 contributions
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Feb 2020
What can one say about this famous monument and building? We have always wanted to see the Taj and were not disappointed. It is an amazing structure and the story behind it is also such a vital part of India’s history. Our group stayed at a nearby hotel which was only about 1.5 km flat walk to the Taj. We went late afternoon the previous day to a viewing area (by our small bus) to see the Taj at sunset – it gets very busy here so allow time to get a good place – standing or sit on a fence. Don’t miss the hordes of birds swooping and circling at sunset. Great photos! The main treat however is to rise early and walk from the hotel to the Taj for sunrise. You need tickets and one of our leaders went ahead and got the tickets as soon as they opened – it was still dark. The walk took about 15 minutes and we joined the queue forming to enter via the west gate. The first sight of the Taj is indeed amazing, the sunrises very quickly so do not be late – the colours and appearances change within minutes. The marble is almost translucent as it picks up the changing light. You have around 20-30 minutes and it is all over, take lots of photos. We had a guided tour which took about an hour and you learn the history, the intricacies of the building itself, the fact the minarets are on slight angles facing away from the Taj so in the event of an earthquake they would fall away from the beautiful building. You enter the tomb complex via a line that moves fairly quickly as you can walk past the final resting places of Shah Jahan and his wife, Mumtaz. You are not able to take photos within this area and unable to wear shoes here. There are good washroom facilities on site. The whole Taj experience took around 2 hours following which time we returned to the hotel for a hearty breakfast.
Written May 4, 2020
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Leandri P
Sunshine Coast, Australia49 contributions
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Feb 2020
The tour company we used was brilliant and really made the experience worthwhile. They had us enter the grounds as the gates opened which gave us ample time to see the inside of the Mausoleum without the crowds. After we had done our rounds of the Mausoleum and the gardens we could see the first sunlight hit the Taj and it allowed for beautiful photos. The lines to enter the Mausoleum just got longer and longer, so I recommend you go early and enter there first.
Written February 9, 2020
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Bonnie T
Chicago, IL1,864 contributions
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Jan 2020 • Friends
I highly recommend visiting the Taj Mahal at sunrise. It’s even more strikingly beautiful at this time of day. The sky turns a marvelous pink, and the site gets increasingly interesting as the fog rolls in and out. Also recommend seeing it with a local tour guide to both hear the back stories and to learn the best vantage points and angles to get the best photos.
Written February 2, 2020
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Jabba989
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia46 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020
India in general was a huge eye opener, getting to Agra was an eventful 4 hours in a car (and same back). We visited in the cooler month so great that way, no major fog, motorway was quite, not many western tourists but no issues and no moon. Beautiful architecture, I would recommend to drive up on a Friday afternoon (Taj is closed) coincide with a reasonable moon on the Saturday night, stay the two nights and also visit the other local attractions without the shopping stops. Take a camera with fish eye lens and use a local guide pre arranged usually with the package / hotel in New Delhi to understand the fantastic history. PS Foreigners pay more than locals and Agra economy is 80% reliant on tourists so do your bit.
Written February 1, 2020
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TwoKPandey
New Delhi, India25 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020
Don't really need to say how beautiful the Taj really is. But I would say it feels like you are in a wallpaper. Be ready to deal with a lot of crowd though.

For the cleanest and best experience, go here early morning. The timings are from sunrise to sunset but people get in line quite early. There is a separate line for Indians and non-Indians so be aware of that. We wasted a lot of time waiting in a line which we didn't really have to.

There are golf carts taking you from the vehicle drop-off point to the entry gate, however if you want to walk it down, expect to walk for around 10-12 minutes depending upon your speed (1 km). The walkway is lined with shops on either sides and there is various places to buy yourself some things to remember Taj Mahal by.

The entrance fee for Indians is INR 50, for foreigners INR 1100, and an additional INR 200 if you wanna visit the mausoleum as well. The tickets are valid for 3 hours and a strict security check follows. You may buy tickets online as well.

Tips for photographers:
1. Go there as early as you can
2. Don't take tripods, they aren't allowed.
3. Rush to the photo spots once you're inside to get the least amount of people in your frame. For the ones that still get into your frame, there's photoshop.
Written February 24, 2020
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Rebecka M
Malmö, Sweden19 contributions
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Jul 2019 • Friends
Very very beautiful! Stunning constructure and incredible design. The area is very clean and pictures taken will be very nice especially if sunny (even if your camera is not very good as in my case). I would recommend click your own picture as they can charge quite a lot for it. You'll be given water when entering the area and if you wish to go inside (you definitely should) you need to wear shoe covers.
Written March 7, 2020
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Richard N
Johannesburg, South Africa166 contributions
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Mar 2020 • Couples
We went to see the TAj Mahal for a belated 25th wedding anniversary. It was worth the wait and everything we had expected plus more. You can read up on the history but this guy must have really loved his wife 😁

To get to the entrance you need to take an electric car. No petrol card allowed near the monument. Very haphazard but eventually you get there!!
To pay the foreign tourists get a slight discount when paying by card. On the LHS of the box office.
Inside prepare to be accosted by people wanting to take photos. There are some fun photos to take but luckily out guide was an enthusiastic amateur and happy to take for us. Suggest you look at the photos people have taken and see where the good spots are from there. The Princess Di bench is not the only place to take a photo from!!

We went during the day and then later that evening on the other side of the river to take pictures of th3 sunset. Magnificent and the TAj changes Colour with the change in light. Quite beautiful.

The next morning we were back again at 0545 for the sunrise pictures. Unfortunately have to pay again and you just go in for 30 min to take photos. Worth it though as it was spectacular and the light just amazing. I was sceptical about going again but completely different feel and worth it.

If I was going again I would do the fort in the afternoon and then see the TAj in the evening from across the river. Then go early and do the sunrise and then have the full tour after that. That will save you the cost of the additional entrance fee.

Hope you enjoy it as much as we did!!
Written March 9, 2020
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Aikenfans
Aiken, SC216 contributions
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Feb 2020
The architecture and design of the Taj Mahal truly make it one of the most beautiful, and amazing, buildings in the world. Try to be there early in the morning, to see the sun rising on it. Plan on at least an hour and a half, or more, to see it.

Don't miss seeing the Red Fort, which is also a Palace! You will need an hour and a half, or more, to see it.

We highly recommend staying at the Oberoi Amarvilas Hotel, which is very close to the Taj, and where one can watch sunsets over the Taj Mahal.

February and the first half of March are the best times, weatherwise, to see this area. We highly recommend not driving in India.

Visiting the Taj Mahal and the Red Fort are truly a magical experience.
Written February 15, 2020
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yetanothervince
Seattle, WA142 contributions
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Dec 2019
The entrance to the site was not accessible by car, so we took an exciting ride on a tuk tuk (which was slightly hit by the car behind when the driver stopped too quickly!) then a short walk towards the north gate, which opened up to a stunning view of the Taj Mahal. I got a tour guide who gave us some interesting facts about the site, but he was young and impatient and he didn't add much value to our experience. The photographer (many of them roamed outside of north gate for business) turned out to be a better investment because he got us good photos by yelling at locals to get out of the way. The best time to visit is during a full moon, when the place turned cool blue under the moonlight, but you need to snatch one of the 200 tickets allocated for the night visit.
Overall, we were here for photos and I was glad that King Shah Jahan built such a beautiful place to remember his second wife, who delivered 14 children and provided a hier to his Mughal empire.
Written January 3, 2020
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Alok Nahata
Alor Setar, Malaysia6,212 contributions
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Dec 2019
Undoubtedly an incredible piece of marble architecture and rightfully a WORLD WONDER. Lot has been written and documented about Taj and me adding more would be addition to its beauty and awesomeness, but I would do it as I visited it for the first time and the first look mesmerized me. It was just amazing at 6 am in the morning. We were among the firsts to enter the Taj and getting up early really paid off. Around 50 foreigners and few Indians were there for the morning hours and we had our tickets booked online which further saved our time. From the west gate, we had to walk a little about 200 meters to reach the beautiful entrance gate and when u enter you see the wonder right in front of you. Amazing ..amazing and just amazing. It's like somebody made it somewhere and placed it on the banks of river Yamuna. Huge structure made of makrana marbles which changes colour with sunlight. During our three hours stay at the premises, we already saw two changes from pure white to off white. The garden is magnificent and well maintained. There are queues to take photographs at the Diana bench (Lady Diana sat there) and it is worth the wait. Later you can take as many photographs as you want and don't get caught with the many photographers who linger around you for photography. if you have a good camera, it is sufficient. Later entered the mausoleum and saw the interiors and spent some time around. The views of Taj from the mosque on the right side are awesome and must take some pics from there. Have a happy and delightful visit to this pride of India and make true memories.
Go early morning and go on weekdays ... you will get the best pics. We went there at 5:30 am and were in at 6 am. Please check for the foggy weather during winters. If you want to avoid the crowds and the noise, plan ur visit wisely, otherwise u will find yourself in a sea of visitors. Long queues are annoying afterall.
Must go once in lifetime....
Written January 5, 2020
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