A Day Trip to The Epitome of Love- Taj Mahal
Agra is a residence to the world famous iconic structure Taj Mahal which is known as the Epitome of Love. It attracts thousands of tourists across the world every year. This city witnessed the glorious beauty of the World. The local people visit this monument again and again. Agra is connected with various major cities and countries via, road, rail and the vast network of flights.
Best Time to Fly to Agra
You can visit throughout the year, but the best time to visit Iconic structure is from October to March, because during this time period the weather is cool and dry. If you are planning to visit then book flight tickets to India from USA.
By Air:
One of the nearest domestic and international airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport which is situated in Delhi. Various connected flights to major countries and Indian cities are operated by this airport. After reaching at the Airport, you can hire a taxi or via rail or road transport you may reach the city Agra.
By Road:
Agra is linked with various state and roadways buses to various cities include Jaipur, Delhi, Kanpur and many other. There are two buses terminal present in the city include Idgah Bus Stand and ISBT. By these terminals you may find various buses to different destinations. The Delhi-Agra Taj Expressway has lessen your travel time and provide you a pleasurable journey. It is one of the cheapest way to reach Agra city.
By Train:
From Delhi, you may find several trains which will reach you Agra. After reaching Agra railway station you may book a taxi or hire an auto rickshaw to Taj Mahal or hotels, depend on your preference.
Must Visit Place in Agra
Taj Mahal is one of the Seven Wonders of the World, just for its magnificent beauty. It is one of the fine example which is based on truer love. This monument depict the real love of husband towards his beloved wife which was always remained in his memory and never fade away. It was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, in the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. At the age of 14, he met Mumtaz and after 5 years they got married in 1612. And she got died in 1631 while giving birth to 14th child. That’s why in her memory he built this magnificent structure. Now it is known as Taj Mahal. The construction of this building was started in 1632 and it took about 22 years and finished in 1653. It was built by around 22,000 laborers and about 1000 elephants help in the services.
This beautiful monument was built by the white marble, which was brought across every part of India. And mausoleum was adorned with the semi precious tome like turquoise, crystals, jade, lapis, amethyst).
And about 32 million rupees expend on the construction of this monument.
The central dome of the mausoleum is about the height of 23 meters which is enclosed with the 4 small domes, 4 slender towers and minarets. The calligraphy of the Quran are arched on the entrance.
The remaining complex of the Taj Mahal was built by the gateway of red sandstone. The square garden is apart in the quarters by the pools of water.
Even after the construction of Taj Mahal, Shah Jahan try to built second identical monument across the river Yamuna.
When he died in 1666, his third son Aurangzeb built mausoleum of the Shah Jahan which was also lie along with his wife.
Tourists consider that it looks pink in the morning and white in afternoon and Golden appearance during night when the full moon appears.
Hope this article will help in planning your day trip to Agra . So make your plan now and grab flight tickets to India from USA.
