The City of Mumtaz Mahal

Preview of Agra , Uttar Pradesh, India

Taj Mahal at 7 am, just in time when visitors start coming in.
Taj Mahal at 7 am, just in time when visitors start coming in.
A view of Taj at around 7 am opening time. The complex is calm and less crowdy at this hour. The Fountain is still off , and is the only time we can capture the majestic Taj's reflection on clear waterways.
A view of Taj at around 7 am opening time. The complex is calm and less crowdy at this hour. The Fountain is still off , and is the only time we can capture the majestic Taj’s reflection on clear waterways.
The Majestic Taj at around 9 am. fully kissed by the morning sun
The Majestic Taj at around 10 am. fully kissed by the morning sun
Jump shot at Taj Mahal
Jump shot at Taj Mahal
White Herons freely roaming the waterways of Taj Mahal
White Herons freely roaming the waterways of Taj Mahal
Close up of Taj Mahal Wall Frescos made of semi precious stones, skilfully carved by hand.  I specifically took this shot of a broken piece , to prove its solid material.
Close up of Taj Mahal Wall Frescos made of semi precious stones, skilfully carved by hand. I specifically took this shot of a broken piece , to prove its solid material.
Tower of the mosque within the grounds of Taj Mahal
Tower of the mosque within the grounds of Taj Mahal
At the back side of Taj, with  an unobstructed view of Agra and the River.
At the back side of Taj, with an unobstructed view of Agra and the River.
Indian Boy in Agra
Indian Boy in Agra
Charming Palace corners of Agra Fort
Charming Palace corners of Agra Fort
Amazing Manicured Landscape
Amazing Manicured Landscape
Locals paying homage to the Palace of Agra fort
Locals paying homage to the Palace of Agra fort
Agra Fort
Agra Fort