The Taj Mahal is open for night viewing only on five days a month, around the full moon night.
The moonlight makes the Taj Mahal shine in a soft, silver hue, which highlights its beautiful craftsmanship of white marble in the calm moonlight.
Limited tickets are available, so booking in advance is necessary due to high demand.
Tickets can be booked online through tajmahal.gov.in and asi.paygov.org.in, starting seven days before the night viewing.
The Taj Mahal is closed for night viewing on Fridays and during the month of Ramzan.
Night viewing timing is from 8 pm to 11:59 pm, with 8 batches of 50 people each.
Each batch gets a 30-minute slot, and tourists must report at Shilpgram for security checks 30 minutes before.
Everyone must carry an ID card during the visit, as per the ASI website.
The ASI has released the full moon dates for 2024-25, which can be checked on the official website.
Visitors can experience the breathtaking beauty of the Taj Mahal under the full moon, but must plan ahead and book tickets in advance.