Its not too often, people get multiple chances to see the many wonders of the world. For one, it is expensive to travel and if you are a foreigner, they gouge you on the entrance tickets/fees. Luckily, I have had the pleasure of seeing this famous wonder of the world -- twice in my life!
The first time I saw Taj Mahal, I was very young. I don't seem to recollect much except that it very hot. I felt like I was being baked alive! We had made the journey during the peak months of summer where the temperature sored up to 120F (~40C). Though the rest of the experience seemed a distant memory, I had indeed seen the Taj Mahal. Whoop-di-do!
The second time around, I was a bit more older and well traveled. This had to be an interesting experience. We made the arduous 5 hour journey by car from Delhi to Taj, only to learn that the doors were closing on tourist/us to accommodate to the Greek Prime Minister, who just happen to show up the particular day we were there. How horrible would it have been, having made the 10,000 miles+ journey from the USA, and not seeing the Taj! Luckily, my friend, a history professor at Delhi University, made a scene that got us into the premise for a few precious minutes. We took full advantage of it.
Its a rare scene to see the Taj so empty. Its usually flocked with human bodies, loitering around the area. People were being cleared so they could close the doors for the Greek Prime Minister. I can't complain as I got to see the Taj yet again. If only we had few more minutes to soak in the colossalness of this beautiful monument. Rushing in and out of the Taj felt like a blurr but at the same time, we were content that we did catch a glimpse of her!
Here are some of the shots that I took with my hand-held camera.
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