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 Rajkumar Patel, Superintending Archaeologist, ASI, said that on the first day of Shah Jahan's Urs, on February 27, from 2 pm to sunset, all tourists will get free entry. The security arrangements of the Taj Mahal are being strengthened due to the three-day Urs of Shah Jahan and the increase in the number of tourists.

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World Heritage Day: Entry free to centrally protected monuments on April 18
8 months, 1 week ago

World Heritage Day: Entry free to centrally protected monuments on April 18

Hindustan Times  

There will be no entry charge at centrally protected monuments on World Heritage Day, on Thursday. In Agra, there are three world heritage sites recognised by UNESCO namely Agra Fort, Taj Mahal and Fatehpur Sikri, 40 km from the city. “All monuments where entry is ticketed, will have free entry on World Heritage Day on Thursday. Special children from Tears …

Entry to Taj to remain free for 2 hrs for Eid Namaz
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Entry to Taj to remain free for 2 hrs for Eid Namaz

Hindustan Times  

Entry to the Taj Mahal will remain free from 7 am to 9 am for offering Namaz on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr, on Thursday. The Taj Mahal The notification was issued in advance on Tuesday for Wednesday but due to non-sighting of the moon, Eid-ul-Fitr is now to be celebrated on Thursday. On Wednesday, the Aligarh Muslim University vice-chancellor, Prof …

ADF suggests steps to promote lesser-known Agra monuments
1 year, 6 months ago

ADF suggests steps to promote lesser-known Agra monuments

Hindustan Times  

Agra Demands from various quarters to promote lesser-known monuments in the Taj city notwithstanding, the focus continues to remain on the iconic Taj Mahal. ASI stamped eight monuments through tickets in Agra, including Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, Akbar’s Tomb, Mehtab Bagh, Etmaduddaula, Rambagh and Mariam Tomb. “Besides the Taj Mahal, both Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri are world …

Taj Mahal to be shut for 4 hours on February 12 to welcome G20 guests
1 year, 10 months ago

Taj Mahal to be shut for 4 hours on February 12 to welcome G20 guests

India Today  

The administration of Agra is working on war footing to welcome guests coming to the G20 conference in the city. The Taj Mahal will remain shut to tourists for four hours due to the arrival of G20 guests in Agra on February 12. A senior official told India Today TV that issues of women empowerment are likely to be discussed …

World Heritage Week 2022: Free entry to Taj Mahal for all tourists on November 19
2 years, 1 month ago

World Heritage Week 2022: Free entry to Taj Mahal for all tourists on November 19

India TV News  

World Heritage Week : The Archaeological Survey of India will not charge any entry fee at the Taj Mahal in Agra on November 19. "Entry will be free for all at Archaeological Survey of India monuments on 19 November to mark commencement of World Heritage Week," Archaeological Survey of India tweeted. "Throughout the World Heritage Week general cultural activities and …

Soon, tourists will get clear view of Taj Mahal, Agra Fort from watch tower
2 years, 2 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, 9 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: Visitor dressed as Krishna denied entry at Taj Mahal, ASI says self-promotion not allowed
3 years, 3 months ago

Agra: Visitor dressed as Krishna denied entry at Taj Mahal, ASI says self-promotion not allowed

Op India  

On August 28, the security personnel stationed at the 17th-century monument Taj Mahal reportedly denied entry to a man dressed as Lord Krishna to celebrate Janmashtami inside the premises. On several occasions, the security personnel at Taj Mahal have stopped people as they were wearing dupattas with Shri Ram written on them, which led to controversies. Visitors rush at Taj …

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 …

Taj Mahal, Agra Fort shut down amid Covid surge
3 years, 8 months ago

Taj Mahal, Agra Fort shut down amid Covid surge

India Today  

In view of the rising Covid cases in the country, the Union Culture Ministry has decided to shut down the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, and other Archaeological Survey of India protected monuments with immediate effect. The news of the Taj Mahal's closure has disappointed the tourists who had arrived in Agra to view the world-famous monument. Talking to …

International Women’s Day 2021: Free Entry for Women Today at Taj Mahal, Other ASI Monuments
3 years, 9 months ago

International Women’s Day 2021: Free Entry for Women Today at Taj Mahal, Other ASI Monuments

News 18  

The Archaeological Survey of India has given a special gift to women on the occasion of International Women’s Day on Monday as the entry of women in all ASI protected monuments, including Taj Mahal, will be free. The order issued by ASI’s Joint Director General M Nambirajan said that Indian and foreign women tourists in all the protected monuments and …

Agra Mayor Writes to PM Modi, Seeks Removal of 5,000 Per Day Limit on Taj Mahal Visitors
4 years, 1 month ago

Agra Mayor Writes to PM Modi, Seeks Removal of 5,000 Per Day Limit on Taj Mahal Visitors

News 18  

The Mayor of Agra, Naveen Jain, has sent a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and ministry of culture to remove the restriction of 5,000 visitors per day. Naveen Jain, who is also the president of the All India Council of Mayors, said, “All types of businesses, industries, trains, buses have started operating after the Covid-19 lockdown but restriction on …

Taj Mahal, Agra Fort to reopen from Monday after 6 months of closure
4 years, 3 months ago

Taj Mahal, Agra Fort to reopen from Monday after 6 months of closure

India TV News  

India's star tourist attraction, the 17th-century monument of love, the Taj Mahal, and the Agra Fort, are all set to reopen from Monday, after an unprecedented closure of six months, due to Covid-19 pandemic. Amar Nath Gupta, caretaker of the Taj Mahal, said: "Sanitisation at the Eastern and the Western gates, thermal screening, painting of circles for social distancing, etc., …

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 …

Taj Mahal and Agra Fort to Reopen from September 21 for Limited Visitors Amid Covid-19
4 years, 3 months ago

Taj Mahal and Agra Fort to Reopen from September 21 for Limited Visitors Amid Covid-19

News 18  

Taj Mahal and Agra Fort will be reopened for tourists from September 21, the District Administration announced on Monday. With the decision of reopening Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, people associated with the tourism industry are hopeful that the Covid-19 triggered economic crisis will be somewhat curtailed. The Uttar Pradesh government issued new guidelines for Unlock 4 on August 30, …

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