Visiting one of the world's most iconic monuments in India

The writer and his wife, Anis Salihah, at the marble bench that's very popular with tourists. — Photos: MUHAMAD YUMNI RAFIE

India's Taj Mahal is an iconic monument that’s known globally. It has survived many adversities through several centuries, and is still standing strong in Agra today.

My wife and I are so lucky to have visited this ancient architectural wonder some time back while we were on a short tour of India’s popular destinations. We went to Agra by train from Jaipur; but you can also take a taxi or a bus to get there. There are no flights that go directly to Agra as we were told that the airport there was only for military use. The nearest international airport is in New Delhi.