The Taj shows exceptional beauty during different times of the day. Taj is
most attractive during early morning covered with mist bathed with red glow.
During the day time the color of the Taj changes to Orange. And it is
alluring during night when the moon light falls on the white marble and make
it glow like another moon on earth.
The specialty of the Taj Mahotsav is the Food Festival. The exotic
cuisine's and delicacies prepared by some of the oldest exponents and the
typical preparations from the interiors of Uttar Pradesh are mouthwatering.
During The Mahautsav one can experience the profusion of folk dances and
music especially Dundelkhand, 'Nautanki' (Drama), 'Sapera' dance of
Rajasthan, Lavani of Maharashtra.... performed just the way they used to be
centuries ago.
Timing
Taj Mahal is one of the eight wonder of the world. Visitors from all over
the world throng to view the beauty of this magnificent mausoleum. Due to
its popular demand, it remains open all the days except Friday's. The
entrance to Taj opens at around 6 am in the morning and closes at 7 pm in
the evening. The Archaeological Survey of India decided to close the Taj
Mahal on Friday for public viewing. Only Muslims are allowed to visit the
magnificent mausoleum on Friday.
Access
» By Air : The airport is 6 km from the Agra City- Kheria
Airport and is easily accessible .
» By Rail : Agra is well connected to Delhi . Trains like the
Shatabdi Express , Taj Express , Intercity Express are few that connects
Agra to Delhi.
» By Road : Well connected through road. Bus services are
available from Delhi, Jaipur, Lucknow, Gwalior, and Jhansi.
Fees
As Taj appears exceptionally beautiful during sunrise and sunset, the entry
cost to Taj varies accordingly. The entry costs for foreigners is Rs 970 and
for Indians Rs 110 (during sunrise and sunset) and during day time it is Rs
20. Children below 12 have free entrance.
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