The Taj Mahal May Be Closed

@Indojo (242)
United States
December 14, 2008 11:33am CST
I just read an article on yahoo news saying that the Taj Mahal may be closed! They said that pollution and constant tourist traffic is damaging it, so the Indian authorities want to close it down. If they do, the only way to see it will be from a distance. So if you want to see it, you should come to India soon, before it's too late! I've been in India 2 months already, and haven't seen it yet!
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@onlydia (2808)
• United States
15 Dec 08
That would be sad in a way. But you know maybe they can use just bikes. That could be a good idea. be able to see it and get exserice as well, Have taxie bikes for those that can't bikie them selves. Your friend onlydia. I'm freezing. We are having a winter storm.
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@onlydia (2808)
• United States
16 Dec 08
That really is a shame. But it only takes a few to ruin it for the rest of the people. Maybe they will come up with a plan to keep it open. Have a great day your friend onlydia
@Indojo (242)
• United States
15 Dec 08
I think they mean that it will be closed to tourists completely...you won't be able to get close to it.
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• Malaysia
14 Dec 08
Taj Mahal - Viewed from North West of Taj Mahal.

Described by the Indian classical poet Tagore as a "tear on the face of eternity" - the Taj Mahal is undoubtedly the zenith of Moghul architecture and quite simply one of the world's most marvellous buildings. Volumes have been written on it s perfection, and its image adorns countless glossy brochures and guide books; nonetheless, the reality never fails to overwhelm all who see it, and few words can do it justice.
Me too, never seen yet the eternal beauty of Taj Mahal. In this short time I think I'm not able to pay a visit to Taj Mahal, maybe next time. During my school time, I learned about Taj Mahal and it was described by the Indian classical poet Tagore as a "tear on the face of eternity" - the Taj Mahal is undoubtedly the zenith of Moghul architecture and quite simply one of the world's most marvelous buildings. Volumes have been written on it's perfection, and its image adorns countless glossy brochures and guide books; nonetheless, the reality never fails to overwhelm all who see it, and few words can do it justice.
@Indojo (242)
• United States
14 Dec 08
Hi, how did you upload the picture? I can't figure out how to upload stuff.
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• Malaysia
15 Dec 08
Thumb Up - As a prove while uploading photo on doing "comment".
As a prove while uploading photo on doing "comment".
@Indojo (242)
• United States
15 Dec 08
Thanks for the info! I'll try uploading something.
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@maximax8 (31046)
• United Kingdom
15 Dec 08
I really want to see the Taj Mahal in real life because I seen some amazing photos of it. I would fly to Delhi and get a train to Agra. I know that in popular tourist destinations there are often too man tourists so the government might have to restrict the numbers like in Peru they did that with the Inca Trail. India is a large country so I imagine most travelers see one region at a time. Seeing the Taj Mahal from a distance would be disappointing. I guess that tourist numbers would go down because the Taj Mahal is the number one attraction.
@Indojo (242)
• United States
15 Dec 08
I agree,it would be bad for tourism. The country would lose a lot of money.
• Philippines
15 Dec 08
well for me thats a good news cause we must preserved taj mahal. it was one of the 7 wonders of the world. and we must preserved the history.
@Indojo (242)
• United States
15 Dec 08
Yeah, but what good is it if no one can see it? Plus, its one of the main reasons tourists come to India. They will lose a lot of money.
@schulzie (4061)
• United States
15 Dec 08
I know - I saw the same article that you did. That is just a shame because it is just so beautiful. I guess seeing the pictures on the internet or television might be the only way that people will be able to get a real good look at it from now on. That is really so sad as it is so beautiful and famous. Have a great day and happy myLotting!!!
@Indojo (242)
• United States
16 Dec 08
Hi, I think it will be very sad, too.
@NonaSaile (924)
• Philippines
19 Dec 08
Gosh! and I just came from answering a post where I was recommending a trip to India if only to see this world wonder! sorry I only came across this post now. Happy mylotting!
@Indojo (242)
• United States
19 Dec 08
Yes, it willbe a shame if it is closed. I would be devastated if I came to India and found out I couldn't see it.
@Indojo (242)
• United States
19 Dec 08
It will definately be a shame...I would be devestated if I came to India and couldn't see it.
• India
14 Dec 08
well, that is good news. that is a good way to forget about it. problem is people are obsessed with things of past and never learn anything new. its a good idea. the same should done with all other places. the town of agra is a dirty one. nobody listens and nobody wants to be clean. that is the truth. one look around the area will give you a good idea why i am saying this.
@Indojo (242)
• United States
14 Dec 08
Well, I haven't been to Agra, but I can tell you that Delhi is pretty dirty, too. I still want to see it, because I heard it's beautiful.
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@zhuhuifen46 (3483)
• China
20 Apr 09
The Taj Mahal is one of the few Indian landmarks I heard about. For an acient country, the historic spots are what we can be proud of. But more important should be the updated new sights representing the development along the way from past to present. For its wisdom and diligence, the Indian people are well appreciated worldwide. It is the government that is to render a proper guidance. I would very much to visit Indian, but very few information, not like Tailand, Malasia, or Singapore.