Taj Mahal Free Entry: One of the seven wonders of the world, the Taj, which is also considered by many to be a symbol of love, has been a tourist attraction for years. Apart from the Indians, this monument also attracts foreign tourists a lot. In such a situation, if you also feel like planning a trip on the coming weekend, then the Taj Mahal can be a great option.
The special thing is that on the occasion of the 368th Urs (death anniversary) of Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, entry will be free in the Taj Mahal in Agra from 17 to 19 February. On this occasion, tourists will also get to see the tombs of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz, which people are not allowed to go to on normal days. Urs committee chairman Ibrahim Zaidi said that like every year, Shahjahan's Urs will be organized from February 17 to February 19 this year. For these three days, entry to the Taj Mahal will be free for travelers.
This year, on the occasion of Urs, a 1,450-meter-long chadar will be offered to the tomb of Emperor Shah Jahan. Later, langar will be served in the courtyard. According to sources in the Archaeological Survey of India, the items that will be banned inside the Taj Mahal during these three days include cigarettes, beedis, matchsticks, gutkha, tobacco, pan masala, any type of flag, banner, poster, book 36 inches, band, screwdriver. , lighters, firearms, and knives.
If you too are thinking of going to Agra on the weekend falling between 17 to 19, then definitely you are going to get a very different experience this time. On the other hand, for people living in Delhi NCR, it can be a day trip, they can go in the morning and come back by night and it can be a great getaway in itself.
