Start for a sunrise visit to the world-renowned Taj Mahal! The Taj Mahal is one of the most renowned and visually majestic monuments in the world and is the focal point for attracting numerous tourists from all over the globe. The Taj Mahal is a mausoleum dedicated to the memory of Mumtaz Mahal, the wife of Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan, who ordered its construction in 1632, a year after the death of the former. The monument was constructed with the efforts of almost 22,000 laborers, stonecutters, painters, and embroidery artists and took almost 17 years for completion. One of the interesting details about the Taj Mahal is that it changing hues at different times of the day indicate the changing moods of the Emperor’s wife. During the Indian rebellion of 1857, the British army took away many precious stones from the Taj Mahal. The palace garden of Taj Mahal flourished with rich flora in more than 60 large flowerbeds as well as enriched foliage. The British imperialism in the late 19th century has imparted the subtleness in the Taj Mahal’s garden which is more commonly observed in English gardens. The monument has also been protected from attacks during international conflicts such as World War II and wars between India and Pakistan by extensive scaffolding to conceal the monument from airborne attackers. The visual appeal of the Taj Mahal has adequately noticed in almost every angle as well as the intricate marble inlay work. You would get loads of time to view the majestic building and be amazed at its astounding architecture. The only thing to be kept as an important concern is the fact that it is closed for a public visit on Fridays.
After completing the tour of the Taj Mahal, proceed for a drive to Delhi for four hours to catch the connecting flight to Kolkata.
Check-in at the hotel upon arrival and stay overnight.