Breaking: New Taj Mahal Rules Announced — Check Before You Visit!

The Archaeological Survey of India and security forces are ever-cautious when it comes to security arrangements for Agra’s famous monument, the Taj Mahal. Keeping tourists’ safety in mind, strict guidelines are being followed for entering this monument. In recent years, there have been occasions where people have tried to enter the Taj Mahal carrying prohibited items. They have been detained immediately. In case you are planning to visit Agra in the near future, knowing what you cannot carry into the Taj Mahal would be helpful.

This list excludes prohibited items related to clothing.

• Weapens, knives, explosivs, or replica
• Matches or lighters, petrol or other inflammable substances.
• Beedis
• Cigarettes
• Tobacco
• Foodstuffs, beverages, tetra pack products, alcohol, or Religious objects like flowers, wreaths, or incense sticks
• Large bags, laptops, camera stands, or tripods
• Flash lights, Public announcement devices, Video cameras professional.
• Drone cameras—strictly prohibited
• Taking photos is also not allowed inside the main mausoleum

In case you are observed violating these rules, there are specific consequences you are expected. In case a tourist does not follow these instructions, action can be initiated against them instantly by both CISF and Taj Security Police. Anyone found violating these rules could face detention or legal proceedings. In fact, there are occasions when visitors are deported after receiving a warning. But currently, there are no exemptions.

These are the guidelines to keep in mind before you visit the Taj Mahal:

The maximum stay allowed in the complex for a tourist is 3 hours. Anything beyond that will incur a fine or a token charge. Entrance opens only to both East and West gates, whereas South gate opens only for exit. The monument remains closed on Fridays. The entrance fees for Indian nationals are RS.50 per person. Foreigers are charged RS.1100 per person. There are additional RS.200 charges for entry into the main monument.