India Tomb of I'timād-ud-Daulah
This is a beautiful mausoleum made of marble. There are two gatehouses which are also pretty made of red sandstone. Sometimes called the "Baby Taj" as it was built before the Taj Mahal for the grandfather of the women the Taj Mahal was built.
The stonework is more intricate than the Taj Mahal.
The stonework is more intricate than the Taj Mahal.
Photography Tips
Good angles using the water channels - the buildings are symmetrical so it is tempting to put them in the middle of the picture.
No tripods but, for interior shots, there are ledges or nooks where you can rest a camera, propped up with wallets or similar. Camera on timer.
Furthermore, when the lighting is good, you will have nice plays of shadow and light getting into the different openings of the tombs. This will create interesting frames.
No tripods but, for interior shots, there are ledges or nooks where you can rest a camera, propped up with wallets or similar. Camera on timer.
Furthermore, when the lighting is good, you will have nice plays of shadow and light getting into the different openings of the tombs. This will create interesting frames.
Travel Information
If driving in from Delhi this is a good first stop into Agra. There is little parking so you may need to drive past and then hike back.
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
Just a few people
Best Timing
All timings are equally good
Sunrise & Sunset
06:42 - 17:25
| current local time: 00:54
Photo Themes
grabmal
Historic building
mausoleum
tomb
Yamuna
Locations
Agra
Asien
indien
Itimad-ud-Daula-Mausoleum
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