Taj Mahal is one of the most popular monuments not only in the country, but the world as well. People travel from around the globe to appreciate the beauty of this marble marvel.
Visiting The Monument
Travelling to Agra is considered incomplete if you haven’t been able to tick Taj Mahal off the list. The grandeur and beauty, always leaves you in awe. No matter how many times you visit it. But, have you ever thought, what it might look like, at night? When the moonlight reflects off the white marble? Well, you might soon be able to see it.
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Yes! Tourism minister Prahlad Singh Patel was reported as saying that Taj Mahal will soon be open all night for visitors.
Currently, the monument can be visited only on full moon nights. The dates have been listed on the website and the bookings open just about 24 hours before the given time. More often than not, they are sold-out as travellers really look forward to visiting the Taj Mahal on such a beautiful night and not only capture but experience this moment as well.
About The Monument
The construction of the monument was commissioned in 1643 by Shah Jahan, to house the tomb of one of his favourite wives, Mumtaz Mahal. It took 10 years for the construction of Taj Mahal to be completed; and it also became the burial ground for Shah Jahan himself. The complex has a mosque, a garden and the tomb which is known for its intricate work.
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Taj Mahal is open six-days in a week, and is closed on Fridays. It opens half an hour before sunrise and closes 30 minutes before sunset. Given the structure, the architecture and intricate work, it has also been listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Once the night tour begins, we have a feeling that the place will be far more crowded at night than during the day. After all, the view will be mesmerising!