The Taj Mahal, a breathtaking ivory-white marble mausoleum in Agra, is a UNESCO World Heritage gem that perfectly embodies love and architectural brilliance.
Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282001, India Get directions
"Take in the Taj Mahal on a full-moon night for an ethereal experience."
"Iconic mausoleum and UNESCO World Heritage site, often visited during trips exploring India's Golden Triangle." - Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca is an award-winning journalist and co-founder of Be a Travel Writer, an online course for the next generation of travel journalists. Her photos, videos, and words have appeare
"An architectural splendor located in Agra, known for its stunning beauty and historical significance."
"An ivory-white marble mausoleum in India, part of the New Seven Wonders."
"The Taj Mahalisreferred to as"the jewel of Muslim art in India,” by UNESCO in its listing on the World Heritage Site registry. The Mughalruler Shah Jahan hadthetruly magnificentwhite marble mausoleum built in 1632–1648, in memory of hisfavorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. For its construction, artisans from all over the empire, Central Asia, Iran, were summoned and the final result of their stonework, calligraphy, carvings, gardening, woodwork, andsoaringdomes remainsone of the universally admired masterpieces of world heritage.Allot ample time to tourthe site—besides the mausoleum, there is a mosque, a guest house, cloisters, courtyards, gates, and vast gardens. In addition tobeing stunningly beautiful from afar, the iconicsiteis evocatively romantic and up-close,theintricate details in its architecture, ornamentation, and history, are revealed."
