A trip to incredible India is incomplete if one fails to pay a visit to its most iconic landmark- Taj Mahal. located in the royal city of Agra, and one of the most enchanting monuments in the world. Built in the year 1631 by the great Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, this exceptionally beautiful memorial still quite successfully manages to retain its former glory, magnificence and grandeur. It is due to the stated reasons that an increasing number of travellers from all across the globe every year to undertake a trip to this notable tourist spot. Here are a trio of pointers to maximise your visit:
Best Time to See Taj Mahal
One can visit Taj Mahal right from sunrise to sunset except for Fridays. Night viewing is allowed five times a month. I would personally recommend right after dawn so that crowds could be avoided. If possible, make sure to get there at least 30 minutes before the gates are opened. However, if you have planned your trip during the months of November through February; there is no point in visiting the monument early, because winter mornings in Agra stand to be foggy.
Best Spots to Click Photographs
It does not matter if you are visiting the monument just for the day or taking an overnight Taj Mahal tour - clicking pictures is simply a must. Who would not want to capture the fascinating beauty of this white marble monument that has quite successfully endured the test of time? Well, there are specific spots to click photos; the most famous among them is the South Gate. Travelers are also known to click pictures in front of the shining pool so that the monument lies in the background. Make sure to capture some close-up shots of the monument itself, which would reveal the detailed designs of the monument and precious gemstones that are studded all over the construction.
The Ultimate Location of Taj Mahal
Well, if you are to visit Taj Mahal, do not miss out on its most prominent location or viewing spot called the Mehtab Bagh (meaning ‘moonlit garden’). The beautiful garden is aligned with the monument and has an equally intricate structure as well as design. Mehtab Bagh is the best place from where you can view Taj Mahal at a distance, ruling with its entire splendor. The spot is ideal for those travelers, who desire to avoid crowds and appreciate the beauty of this monument in solitude.
Travellers on a one-day Agra tour by car also visit some other impeccable buildings of the Mughal era, like Fatehpur Sikri and Agra Fort, both also UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Agra will be an unforgettable experience for one and all!
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