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There are two kinds of people in the world. Those who have seen the Taj Mahal and love it and those who have not seen the Taj and love it<\/em> \u2014 Bill Clinton<\/p>\n

Every traveler\u2019s bucket list has a mention of the world-famous Taj Mahal. Acclaimed as the most beautiful building ever constructed, the Taj Mahal is one of the Seven Wonders of the World. A perfect example of art inspiring other art forms \u2014 the magnificence of this mammoth marble masterpiece has been the muse for writers, painters, and other artists. This iconic monument has also been the subject of photography, the cover story of many popular travel magazines, guidebooks, etc.<\/p>\n

You might have come across a lot of written pieces<\/em> about its elegance and thousands of substantiating pictures attesting to it, but the moment you encounter this jaw-droppingly spectacular monument, you think of nothing else but dedicate yourself to savoring the magic in front of your eyes. Are you already fantasizing about experiencing these overwhelming moments? Book your flight tickets with Indian Eagle<\/a> and travel to India! Go through our Taj Mahal Guide to learn (in advance) the ropes of touring the world-famous monument!<\/p>\n

Where is it located exactly?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The Taj Mahal is situated on the southern bank of the\u00a0Yamuna (Jumna) River in the Indian city of Agra, Uttar Pradesh. Agra is about 200 kilometers from Delhi, India\u2019s capital city.<\/p>\n

How to reach the Taj Mahal?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

If you are taking a flight to India<\/a>, the closest international airport to the Taj Mahal will be the Indira Gandhi International Airport<\/a>. Private buses and taxis are available to Agra from the airport. Agra is also well-connected to cities like Delhi, Jaipur, Varanasi, Kolkata, Mumbai, and Chennai by rail. You can reach the Taj Mahal complex by means of buses, taxis, auto-rickshaws, and cabs. The Taj Mahal is a part of the Golden Triangle Tour itinerary.<\/p>\n

What is the best time to go? <\/strong><\/h2>\n

Agra has a semi-arid climate. Although any time during the year is perfect for visiting the timeless beauty of the Taj Mahal, the peak tourist season is from October to March.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll get an immaculate view of the Taj during the clear (of course hot) summer days. The rains add to the romantic vibe exuded by the \u201csymbol of love,\u201d whereas the touch of mist during the winter enriches the monument\u2019s charm. Early morning hours are the best to see the Taj Mahal<\/a>, whose white marble gleams in the mystical hues of early sun rays. Also, it is the best time to beat the crowd that starts trickling in after 6 a.m.<\/p>\n

Night viewing is also allowed five days a month, i.e., on the full-moon night and the two preceding and succeeding nights, from 8.30 pm to 12.30 am.<\/p>\n

Entrance fee and timings<\/strong>:<\/h2>\n

The Taj Mahal opens a half-hour before the Sunrise and closes a half-hour before the Sunset.<\/p>\n