Overview
Built between 1632 and 1653 by the fifth Mughal emperor Shah Jahan for his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal, the Taj Mahal is a white marble mausoleum crafted by 20,000 artisans. It is renowned for its perfect symmetry and intricate pietra dura gemstone inlay. The marble's shifting colors at sunrise, sunset and under a full moon have earned it acclaim as one of the most beautiful buildings ever made. Admission INR 1,100 for foreigners (INR 50 discount with card payment). About 20 minutes by auto-rickshaw from Agra Cantt Station.
Travel Tips
Sunrise offers the most beautiful light and the smallest crowds. Note that the site is closed on Fridays for prayers.
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🇰🇷 Tips for Korean Travelers
Practical info for Korean travelers heading to Agra, India from Seoul (ICN).
Korean Passport · Visa
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Attractions near Taj Mahal
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Chini Ka Rauza
A 17th-century scholar's mausoleum decorated with Persian-style glazed tiles.
📍 2.8km away
Tomb of Mariam-uz-Zamani
The tomb of Mariam-uz-Zamani, wife of Emperor Akbar and mother of Jahangir.
📍 10.3km away
Fatehpur Sikri
The 'ghost city' built by Emperor Akbar — a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
📍 38.7km away
Panch Mahal
A unique five-story pleasure palace within Fatehpur Sikri, designed for cool breezes.
📍 38.8km away
Tomb of Salim Chishti
A white marble mausoleum of a Sufi saint, famous for wish-making thread rituals.
📍 38.8km away
Things to Do in Agra
Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour
Visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise to see the white marble glow pink in the early light. Fewer crowds mean more peaceful photos.
Agra Marble Inlay Workshop
Learn the pietra dura (gemstone inlay) technique used in the Taj Mahal from Agra artisans. Try embedding gemstones into marble and take your creation home.
Yamuna River Boat Tour
Ride a wooden boat on the Yamuna River for a rear view of the Taj Mahal. At sunset the Taj silhouette reflected on the river is unforgettable.