The Taj Mahal is a beautiful and unique site, although it is overpromoted and in Agra, a city of petty criminals. It can be visited in a day in a quick trip by train from Delhi. Checkout Fatehpur Sikri nearby where the Taj creator was imprisoned by son, and has a great view of the site. There have been a number of great, and less common, photos taken in the water behind the Taj Mahal.
The state of Rajasthan on the other hand is the true India experience. There are centuries-old palaces and forts, lavish color everywhere, wonderful food and a culture that celebrates much. The city of Udaipur within Rajasthan was a princely state that was never taken over by the British and became an artist haven, and that is strongly reflected today.
The best time to visit is in the winter and one could easily spend several months in India and never be bored.
Udaipur has several centuries old palaces, and this is one of hundreds of antique windows at Shiv Nivas Palace on Lake Pichola.
Best Time to Go: North American winter
How Long to Stay: 2 weeks - 1 day at the Taj and 2 weeks in Rajhasthan
General Costs: Medium to low
What To Do: Quickly visit the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort in Agra by train, Udaipur palaces, Jaipur city, Jaisalmer forts, Jodhpur forts and history
UNESCO World Heritage Site? Yes for Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri
Weather: Hot to very hot
Language: Hindi, English, Dialects
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