UP govt opens new view point for tourists to see Taj Mahal under moonlight
5 years, 1 month ago

UP govt opens new view point for tourists to see Taj Mahal under moonlight

India Today  

The Uttar Pradesh government on Friday opened an all-new view point of Taj Mahal which will enable the tourists to get a spectacular view of the iconic monument under the moonlight and during early morning hours. State Minister Girraj Singh Dharmesh on Saturday inaugurated the Mehtab Bagh Taj viewpoint, which will allow tourists to view Taj Mahal at the cost of Rs 20 for three hours in the morning and three hours in the evening. Tourists present on the day of the inauguration were happy to see Taj Mahal through a new viewpoint. Earlier this month, the Agra District Administration had installed two air purifier machines at the gates of the Mughal era monument Taj Mahal to combat air pollution in the region.

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BJP leader Parvesh Verma asks Delhi CM Atishi to open “Sheesh Mahal” for public viewing
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3 days, 4 hours ago

BJP leader Parvesh Verma asks Delhi CM Atishi to open “Sheesh Mahal” for public viewing

Op India  

Delhi BJP leader Parvesh Verma has written a letter to CM Atishi urging her to open the “Sheesh Mahal”, the CM’s residence, for public viewing. Parvesh Verma, who is contesting the Delhi assembly elections from the New Delhi constituency against Arvind Kejriwal, wrote in the letter to CM Atishi: “I want to bring it to your notice that during the …

Taj Mahal not built by king Shahjahan Delhi High Court PIL demands history books correction latest updates uttar pradesh – India TV
1 year, 2 months ago

Taj Mahal not built by king Shahjahan Delhi High Court PIL demands history books correction latest updates uttar pradesh – India TV

India TV News  

Taj Mahal history : The Delhi High Court on Friday directed the Archeological Survey of India to decide representation seeking change in the books of history pertaining to the construction of the Taj Mahal, claiming there is no historical evidence of demolition of palace of Raja Man Singh and fresh construction of Taj Mahal on the same site. The bench …

Soon, tourists will get clear view of Taj Mahal, Agra Fort from watch tower
2 years, 3 months ago

Soon, tourists will get clear view of Taj Mahal, Agra Fort from watch tower

India Today  

As the Archaeological Survey of India keeps the iconic Taj Mahal closed for tourists on Fridays to facilitate weekly maintenance of the monument, and Friday namaz that takes place at the royal mosque inside the monument, the Agra administration has found other ways to allow tourists to view the Taj Mahal, without entering the premises. Just like the Agra Development …

Agra: Security fencing to be upgraded around Taj Mahal
2 years, 10 months ago

Agra: Security fencing to be upgraded around Taj Mahal

India Today  

In an attempt to enhance the security of the Taj Mahal, the Archaeological Survey of India has decided to replace the existing barbed wire fencing with iron mesh fencing supported with iron angles and concertina coils on the top in about 300 meters of area around the monument. According to a report published in the Times of India, ASI’s superintending …

Free entry for tourists for 3 days at Taj Mahal for Shah Jahan\'s Urs
2 years, 10 months ago

Free entry for tourists for 3 days at Taj Mahal for Shah Jahan\'s Urs

Deccan Chronicle  

Agra: On the occasion of the 367 'Urs' of the fifth Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, tourists will get free entry to Taj Mahal from February 27 to March 1. Raj Kumar Patel, Superintending Archeologist of ASI, Agra Circle, told PTI, "There will be free entry for the tourists at the Taj Mahal from February 27 to March 1 on the …

Agra: Free entry for tourists for three days at Taj Mahal
2 years, 10 months ago

Agra: Free entry for tourists for three days at Taj Mahal

India Today  

Tourists arriving at the Taj Mahal in Agra are in for a treat. Tourists will get free entry to the Taj Mahal on February 27, 28 and March 1. According to the ASI officials, a three-day Urs of Shah Jahan will be celebrated in the Taj Mahal on these three days, because of which tourists are getting this exemption. Dr …

Taj Mahal to reopen for night viewing from today. Check slot timings here
3 years, 4 months ago

Taj Mahal to reopen for night viewing from today. Check slot timings here

Hindustan Times  

Taj Mahal, the 17th-century marble mausoleum in Agra, is set to reopen for night viewing from Saturday after more than a year, owing to relaxations in the coronavirus disease -related restrictions. The Taj Mahal, also categorised as one of the "seven wonders of the world", was closed down for night viewing on March 17 last year when the Covid-19 lockdown …

Taj Mahal to reopen for night viewing from Saturday
3 years, 4 months ago

Taj Mahal to reopen for night viewing from Saturday

India TV News  

After remaining closed for over a year for night viewing, the Taj Mahal will open from August 21 for visitors who want to explore the marble monument under moonlight, officials said on Friday. ASI Superintending Archaeologist Vasant Kumar Swarnkar told PTI that night viewing will be allowed on August 21, 23 and 24 as the monument is closed every week …

If Taj Mahal is Reopening amid Covid-19 Pandemic, Why Not Ajanta and Ellora: Experts
4 years, 3 months ago

If Taj Mahal is Reopening amid Covid-19 Pandemic, Why Not Ajanta and Ellora: Experts

News 18  

Tourism industry representatives are demanding for the reopening of the Ajanta and Ellora caves, arguing that if the Taj Mahal is reopening for public amid the COVID-19 pandemic, why not the two world famous heritage sites located near here in Maharashtra. Digital promotion of tourist spots is also needed to resume tourism activities during the pandemic, they said during a …

Tourists 'disappointed' over closure of Taj Mahal in Agra
4 years, 4 months ago

Tourists 'disappointed' over closure of Taj Mahal in Agra

India Today  

Both international and domestic tourists, who have been visiting Agra to see Taj Mahal have been disappointed as the mausoleum, along with Agra Fort, remain closed till date. Wednesday being the second day of reopening of the “lesser” popular monuments of Agra, only 298 tourists visited Sikandra, Fatehpur Sikri, Itmad-ud-Daulah, Rambagh and Mariam's Tomb. A couple from Kolkata told India …

Trump-Melania Taj Mahal visit: Ticket counters at historic monument to close at 11:30 am today
4 years, 10 months ago

Trump-Melania Taj Mahal visit: Ticket counters at historic monument to close at 11:30 am today

India TV News  

Considering the high security arrangement for US President Donald Trump, who is scheduled to visit Taj Mahal in Agra with his wife and US first lady Melania Trump today, ticket counters at the historic monument will not be open after 11:30 am. The entry to the Taj Mahal will be closed to visitors in view of high security arrangements post …

As Trump visit draws near, Yamuna & Taj health take centre-stage
4 years, 10 months ago

As Trump visit draws near, Yamuna & Taj health take centre-stage

India TV News  

Ahead of US President Donald Trump's visit to the Taj city next week, the Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh has mounted a massive image makeover of the city, that people have called "unprecedented". More than 900 cusecs of water have been released by the state irrigation department, after the sorry plight of the river Yamuna was highlighted by and …

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