The Taj Mahal is located in the city of Agra, in the state of Uttar Pradesh, India. It stands on the right (southern) bank of the Yamuna River. The mausoleum is part of a large complex covering about 17 hectares (42 acres) that includes gardens, a mosque, and other buildings
. Coordinates for the Taj Mahal are approximately 27°10′30″N latitude and 78°2′31″E longitude
. It is situated about 200 kilometers southeast of New Delhi, the capital of India
. In summary:
- Location: Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India
- Situated on: Right/south bank of the Yamuna River
- Coordinates: 27°10′30″N, 78°2′31″E
- Area: 17 hectares (42 acres)
- Distance from New Delhi: ~200 km southeast
This iconic monument was commissioned by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th century as a mausoleum for his wife Mumtaz Mahal and is one of the most famous landmarks in India and the world
