“ Perhaps the most famous Islamic struture is the Taj Mahal in Agra, india,built (1632–48) by the Mughal ruler.....”
" The 17th century Taj Mahal is often called a poem in stone."
Getting to Taj Mahal
Reaching Taj Mahal By Air
Domestic Air Carrier, Indian Airlines provides daily flights connecting Agra to Delhi, which includes Khajuraho and the holy city of Varanasi. The distance from Kheria Airport is nearly 6 km i.e. from the Agra city centre. One can reach the Taj Mahal by taxis and auto-rickshaws at fixed rates.
Reaching Taj Mahal By Rail
Agra is well connected if one opts for train services. One can take Shatabdi Express that take approximately 2 hrs, Taj Express taking 2.5 hrs, or Intercity Express taking nearly 3 hrs. Reaching Taj Mahal By Road
Travelers can opt for Express Bus Services (a/c and non-a/c) that are available from Delhi, Jaipur, Lucknow, Gwalior, and Jhansi.
From Agra, the distances are
Mathura - 58 kms
Bharatpur - 60 kms
Gwalior - 118 kms
Delhi - 203 kms
Jaipur - 236 kms
Khajuraho - 393 kms
