- TAJ MAHAL
Taj Mahal: Sheer poetry in marble, majesty and magnificence
unrivalled. Taj Mahal, the one and only of its kind in the world.
The monumental labour of love of a great ruler for his beloved
queen. The ultimate realization of Emperor Shahjehan’s dream.
One of the wonders of the world. This enchanting mausoleum, on
the bank of river Yamuna took 22 years (1631 to 1652 AD.) to
complete with the help of an estimated 20,000 workers. Tel.; 0562-
2330498.
Open: 6.OOA.M. to 7.30 P.M. (Friday closed)
Shoe Cover & Mineral Water is provided with the ticket
Entry Fees :- As per applicable (Children below 15 Years free)
EATABLES, MOBILE, MATCH BOX, HAND BAG ARE NOT ALLOWED INSiDE TAJ.
Tickets available 24 hours before for day of night viewing at ASI, Mall Road,Ph. 0562-2227261
- AGRA FORT
Agra Fort :- The great Mughal Emperor Akbar commissioned the
‘‘ construction of the Agra Fort in 1565. A.D. although additions were
made till the time of his grandson Shahjehan. The forbidding
exteriors of this fort hide an inner paradise. There are a number of
exquisite buildings like the Moti Masj id-a white marble mosque
akin to a perfect pearl; Diwan-e-Aam. Diwan-e-Khaas, Jehangir’s
Palace; Khaas Mahal; Sheesh Mahal and Musamman or Samman
Burj-where Shahjehan was held captive in 1666 AD. Ph.0562-2364512
Open : Sunrise to sunset. Entry Fee : as per applicable
- MEHTAB BAGH
Mehtab Bagh: Located on the left bank of river Jamuna opp. to the Taj Mahal. The garden complex is a huge square measuring approx. 300x300 meters and in straight alignment with the Taj Mahal. Fantaies floated by guides that Emperor Shahjhan proposed to construct a black Taj here.
Open : Sunrise to sunset. Entry Fee as per applicable.
- ITMAD-UD-DAULAH (BABY TAJ)
Itmad-ud-daulah(Baby Taj): This exquisite marble tomb was
made by Emperor Jehangirs queen. Noorjahan. for her father
Mirza Ghiyas Beg during 1622-1628 A.D. The craftsmanship at
Itmadud-ud-daulah foreshadows the Taj Mahal. It was here that
pietra Dura’-the inlay work on marble-so characteristic of the Taj was first used.
Open: Sunrise to sunset. Entry Fee as per applicable Ph-0562-2080030