Taj Mahal tours to Agra are probably in your plans when you're traveling through Agra for the first time or are on a tour departing from Delhi. It should be! It is located on the Yamuna River. This stunning architectural wonder is one of the Seven New Wonders of the earth because of a reason.
The attraction is popular and attracts a lot of tourists, most are Indians traveling within their country. There is the possibility to meet friendly Indian households, this could be the highlight of your trip.
7.8 to 8.8 million tourists see this landmark each year, drawn by the stunning beauty of the unique white marble masterpiece.
Here are some helpful tips to consider prior to you embark on your Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour Packages. We hope that this will assist to make your tour unforgettable.
There are a variety of gate entrances
There Three gates that bring you to the monument: East, West and South. If , based on your internet study, you decide to go through one of the gates, which is South Gate, you will see fewer people. It is because the South Gate is the least-used gate, which is the reason you won't have to stand in a long queue compared to the gate that is the second in line.
Its West Gate, which is the principal gate, is used by the majority of visitors to the area. It is where you can expect the biggest crowd of people during the day. If you are using this entrance, then the most convenient time to go is at sunrise and you'll see less crowds.
It is believed that the East Gate is mainly used by foreign tourists due to the fact that it is located near several hotels. If you have your ticket prior to the time of your visit, it is the most suitable choice for admission into the Taj.
Beware of visiting Taj Mahal on Fridays. Taj Mahal on Fridays
Taj Mahal is open for visitors between 6 AM and 7 pm every day, with the exception of Fridays (as it is closed for prayers). The gates of the monument remain open to visitors at night every full moon from 8:30 pm until 12:30 am, and two days prior to and after it, i.e., for the duration of five days. In Ramadan, the month that is holy to Muslims Ramadan evening viewing is suspended at Taj Mahal. So plan your visit accordingly.
If you're in Agra for several days, you should go to the Taj the night before.
Here's a way to save some money. The ticket gives you entry to Taj for a reduced price for other Agra tourist attractions, including Agra Fort. Make sure you check the date stamped on your ticket since it is valid only for the specific day.
Ticket prices differ for different people
Due to the disparity in the earnings of the locals in comparison to foreign nationals The cost for entering the monument is different.
The entry fee for foreign visitors is INR 1100. It includes the water bottle and an itinerary of Agra and an automobile or bus service at the entrance gate and a pair of shoes (walking about on the Taj Mahal with your shoes off is not allowed, and shoe covers are available to stop the marble from becoming damaged).
For Indians The entry ticket cost is INR 50. Entry for children who are under 15 years old is completely free.
To view the night sky foreigners must pay INR 700, whereas the fee is INR 500 for Indians. Children aged between the ages of 3-15 are required to be paid INR 500. Tickets can be purchased at a time between 10 AM and 6 PM from the Archaeological Survey of India office located on Mall Road.
Taj Mahal entry is free on days!
If you decide to go to this landmark at dawn on the day of Eid as well as at the time of World Heritage Week, you are entitled to free entry. Be aware that it's likely to be more crowded than normal times. If you're smart and have a good grasp of the facts and can benefit from this.
A view of the Taj of the Taj from Yamuna River
If you didn't get a photo of Taj Mahal during the full moon, sunset or sunrise it is possible to get more of a picture by crossing The Yamuna river. The view from here is breathtaking and entry is completely free. There'll be a lot less crowds to disturb you and you can even set up tripods.We will suggest you to book a sunrise taj mahal tour, so for this you can see the beautiful sunrise view of taj mahal.
Things you can't carry in the Taj Mahal Taj
Certain items are not permitted to be carried within The Taj Mahal due to security motives. If you're carrying anything that is prohibited, the checkpoints located near the gate that opens to entry are not able to let you get through. Large bags are not permitted. You can only carry one small bag containing the essentials. Tripods and mobile phone chargers, food items, smoking products, drinks, tobacco, and other items are not permitted inside the Taj. There is an area for lockers near the entrance where you can drop off the items in the event that you accidentally carried them.You can only bring along your mobile phone, a camera and a water bottle, which are all included in the ticket.
The best time to visit Taj Mahal Taj
Avoid winters since the Taj is shadowed with fog i.e. during November through February. Also, the early summers, i.e. the period from March to June , is the ideal time to go to the Taj. The most ideal day to plan a trip is between the hours of Monday through Thursday.The entrances will open at 6:30.