Taj Mahal

Agra, Uttar Pradesh

PAID Entry 5.0/5 Heritage

About This Location

The Taj Mahal, built between 1631 and 1653 by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal, is India's most iconic structure and a universal symbol of eternal love — making it the most emotionally resonant pre-wedding backdrop in the world. The pure white marble mausoleum reflected in the long hauz (water channel), the symmetrical garden, the minarets, and the changing light from sunrise to sunset create infinite photographic possibilities.

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Photography Highlights

  • Sunrise reflection in the hauz
  • Full moon night (5 nights/month only)
  • Great Gate framing
  • Garden symmetry
  • Marble inlay close-ups

Pro Photography Tips

  • Book tickets ONLINE — long queues at the gate
  • Sunrise entry (6 AM) has the best light and fewest tourists
  • The Sunset Reflections Pool on the western tank gives inverted compositions
  • Full moon visits require separate booking 1 month in advance

How to Reach

Agra is 200 km from Delhi (3 hours by Gatimaan Express). Agra Fort Railway Station or Agra Cantt station.

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Quick Facts

Entry Fee

₹50 Indians (₹1,100 foreigners) + ₹200 Taj Mahal inner entry

Best Time to Visit

October to March; Sunrise most iconic

Location

Agra, Uttar Pradesh

Category

Heritage

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