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My first fleeting experience with the Taj Mahal in the city of Agra took place at the Red Fort when, visiting Summan Burj, my guide Danish explained to me that right there the king Shah Jahan spent his last years torturing himself with the sight of the awe-inspiring tomb he had built in loving memory of his beloved queen, Mumtaz Mahal.
As history goes, we know that in the seventeenth century, when it was ruled by Shah Jahan, grandson of Akbar the Great, the city reached its highest moment of architectural style, which culminated, needless to say, with the Taj Mahal.
Since the day of their marriage, Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal became inseparable, to the extent that when her husband went to Burhanpur in the Deccan to suppress a revolt of Khan-e-Jahan Lodi, Mumtaz went with him, and after giving birth to their fourteenth child, she fell very ill.
Around the Taj Mahal, there are other minor buildings, also beautifully inlaid with an exquisite taste of colours and decorations, serving as tombs as well, some for the maids of Mumtaz Mahal, some for the other wives of Shah Jahan.
However, since this is also peak season, expect larger crowds which means longer wait times for tickets and security. To beat the heat and stay cool, wear light-colored and breathable clothing like white linen pants.
You are allowed to bring small backpacks inside the Taj Mahal but be prepared for them to be searched before entry. By being aware of what to expect and what to pack, you can make the most of your experience at this UNESCO World Heritage site.
For visiting the main mausoleum of the Tajmahal You would have to buy an additional ticket of Rs.200/- along with your regular ticket. Foreigners also get free electric bus and golf cart services with their entry ticket to the Taj Mahal.
The Wast Gate usually has the longest queues. Early morning visits usually see the longest lines at the Wast Gate. However, there are separate queues for Foreign tourists and Domestic tourists to enter to Taj Mahal.
Some things are not allowed inside the Taj Mahal for preservation reasons, such as food. Visitors must also remove their shoes before entering the mausoleum. Other items like tripods and monopods are allowed but must be left at the entrance.
i love the story of the Taj Mahal and it def overwhelmed me when I was there. I heard the story when I was a little kid, so it was little bit of a fairytale going there. The views at sunset are unbelievable!
thank you for the article it brings back fond memories for me visiting the site in 1980, great to see a few different angles on the tomb, it had me running to my office to re-see my shots that are now framed on my wall. Of note, the story is told that Shah Jahan was planning a tomb for himself across the Yamuna river in black marble with white inlaid, at least until his son decided to put the kabosh on the massive expenditure.
Thanks for your comment Joe, so the tomb was not made? I can imagine how beautiful would have been in black marble. Interesting enough, just yesterday an Indian girl let me know over Twitter that recent findings have claimed the Taj was actually a Hindu temple that was captured by the Mughals and converted to a tomb.
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Your monument to love is spectacular Charlie! Those of us you have those special people in our lives that love us no matter what are very fortunate. And when we have that special someone then that is what it is all about.
When people think of India, an image of its most famous iconic monument certainly comes to mind: The Taj Mahal. It's been photographed hundreds of thousands of times while being featured on magazine covers, uploaded on social media feeds and headlined in travel guides. When planning my trip to India, visiting the Taj Mahal was at the top of my list. I couldn't not go - I mean, it's the Taj Mahal!
I was really excited to finally set eyes on one of the most famous icons in the world. But, I, myself, was surprised that I didn't fall in love with the Taj Mahal. After all, the story behind the construction of the Taj Mahal is one of epic love.
I was really excited to finally set eyes on one of the most famous icons in the world. But, I, myself, was surprised that I didn't fall in love with the Taj Mahal. After all, the story behind the construction of the Taj Mahal is one of epic love. The story goes like this:
When Mughal Emporer Shah Jahan lost his beloved (and favorite) wife, Mumtaz, to a sudden death giving birth to their 14th child, he was in so much grief that he ordered the construction of the most elaborate and beautiful tomb ever built as an ode to his eternal love. Romantic, isn't it?
Located in the city of Agra, the Taj Mahal consists of a main centerpiece mausoleum which houses Mumtaz's tomb (Emporer Shah Jahan's tomb is next to hers), a red sandstone mosque and an elaborately designed guest house. Four minarets strategically placed at each corner stand tall seemingly guarding the tomb (they were actually built to facilitate the call to prayer).
The expansive complex is set on verdant gardens with a pristine water channel in the middle. With the main mausoleum made of white marble and decorated throughout with intricate lattice work, detailed floral inlays, finely-executed carvings, delicate bas-reliefs and elegant Arabic calligraphy, no one can argue that the Taj Mahal is a work of architectural genius.
I was fascinated by the fact that the Taj Mahal is of Muslim (about 14%) origin while India is mostly Hindu (80% of its population) and yet it's the first thing that comes to mind when someone mentions India. Just another odd realization that's part of the wonderful complexity and history of Mother India.
I was impressed by the magnificent design, the exquisitely rich materials, the endless details on every wall and the history attached to this beautiful complex. The sheer beauty of it all was incredible. It was breath-taking. It was extravagant. It was grandiose. But it also felt shallow.
As I mentioned earlier, the Taj Mahal is India's most prominent site with millions of people from all over the world (including India) visiting every year. Fortunately, the grounds are expansive enough to accommodate lots of people every day without feeling crowded. That is, except for when you enter the main mausoleum complex where speaking and taking photos are not allowed.
I kept thinking that this was essentially a tomb, a place of rest. I felt like I was trespassing. I was getting annoyed at so many people trying to get that perfect picture. I admit I also wanted my photo in front of the Taj Mahal but my patience was wearing thin.
I didn't get a sense of serenity or calmness I (foolishly) thought I would. Quite the opposite, I felt uneasy at the overt opulence of the Taj Mahal (and the crazy amount of water used) whilst just outside its gates was a city filled with poverty, desperation and pollution. It looked totally out of place.
Don't get me wrong, the beautiful architecture as well as the surroundings of the Taj Mahal are amazing! I'm grateful I was able to visit one of the most iconic monuments in the world but it left me feeling underwhelmed.
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As per Oak, Tajmahal is an ancient Shiva temple. Tejomahal is the original name of Tajmahal. Which constructed by Rushi Anjira and Raja (King) of Jaipur, Jaysign is the original owner of Tajmahal. Shahjahan took Tajmahal from King Jaisingh, by wrong way.
The Taj Mahal is an ivory-white marble mausoleum on the south bank of the Yamuna river. The imperial court documenting Shah Jahan's grief after the death of Mumtaz Mahal illustrate the love story held as the inspiration for Taj Mahal.
When I arrived in Agra, obviously the first order of business was to visit the Taj Mahal. As one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, I knew I had to expect the discomfort of crowds.
But there were still a lot of people at the ticket counters, and passing through the checkpoints. So I have no idea what the conditions would be like for the crowded gates. And then there were the entry procedures and numerous restrictions.
You can also book tickets for the Taj Mahal online, which I would have done had I known it, because any way to avoid any part of the crowds is a good thing. (Actually, you can do this for any of the monuments under the care of the Archaeological Survey.)
When you get into the Taj Mahal complex, you join up with the rest of the people who came in from the other two, more popular gates. Entering through the grand gate, you get your first view of the Taj Mahal at the end of the famous long pool.
I did have a few photos of myself with the Taj Mahal. But I got them the old-fashioned way. A young Indian family with a baby asked me to take photos of them. And in return they offered to take mine.
So anyway, by this time I was beginning to question whether this world-class monument was really worth the trip. I was grumpy, and I was having flashbacks to the cool mountains of Annapurna and its warm and frank rural hospitality.
The Taj Mahal that I got was a white one, because I came at midday, on a fairly blue sky day. People say that if you went at sunset or sunrise, the white marble takes on a different cast, because its slight translucence takes in the coloured spectrum at those times.
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