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Taj Mahal Museum

Taj Mahal Museum in Agra is one of the most famous museums in Agra, which is visited by hundreds of tourists who wish to delve deep into the history of Taj. The Taj Museum is located within the complex of Taj Mahal. It is located to the left of the platform near the chief gate of the Taj Mahal. The Taj Museum of Agra provides the opportunity to the tourists and visitors to take a close look at the original pieces of drawings of this magnificent marble monument. The study of the drawings indicates the level of accuracy and precision that had been initiated in planning the structure of the Taj Mahal. No wonder that the Taj still features among the Seven Wonders of the World.

The Taj Museum remains open from 10 o' clock in the morning to 5 o' clock in the afternoon. These drawings also show the layout of the graves. Drawings of the interiors show the position of the graves in such precision that the foot of the graves faces the spectator from any angle. Besides, there are many other bewitching collections that will catch the fancy of the tourists.

History of Taj Mahal Museum,Agra

Agra Taj Mahal Museum lies within the complex of Taj Mahal-one of the greatest symbols of the eternal love. The museum was constructed in 1982 and it is to be found in the Jal Mahal, a Mahal inside the Taj Mahal.

Description of Taj Mahal Museum,Agra

The Taj Mahal Museum in Agra houses royal ornaments, amazing paintings, portraits of Mughal emperors and many more interesting items. The Taj Museum remains closed on Fridays.

It is a big museum comprising of two floors and has three galleries along with a chief hall. The Taj Mahal Museum, as the name suggests, displays all those things in connection to the creation of Taj Mahal. There are a total of one hundred and twenty one antiques showcased in the Agra Taj Mahal museum. These things can be broadly classified into Mughal manuscripts, Mughal miniature paintings, inscription samples, royal decrees, drawings and plans of Taj Mahal. Some more exquisite items are also exhibited in the museum like arms, utensils, specimen of decorative pieces, marble pillars, etc.

The main hall showcases the most significant items. Tourists can take a look at the portraits of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal, his beloved wife. These are seen in an ornate wooden frame. Imitations of coins, which were minted in Agra, are also on display. Like the Taj Mahal, the museum which stands within it, is also a wonder and an attractive place to be visited by all tourists across the world. Nominal fees are charged at the entrance of the gate. Everyday, millions of people come to visit Taj Mahal-one of the Seven Wonders of the World. It is quite obvious that the museum which displays antiques related to Taj Mahal will also be visited by the curious travelers.







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