Our first direct view of the Taj came around sunset. We walked with our guide on a little path near what looked to be a farm - you can see a scarecrow in the field - Melissa and I both took notice of it.
We walked past the Garden where Emperor Shah Jahan intended to build his own memorial in black, because he was so lost after the death of Mumtaz Mahal. He never built it because he was under house arrest by his son for spending so much money building the Taj. We took the path directly to the edge of the river bed, passing dogs, a camel and a Buddhist camp.
The Taj was built on the river but since it is the dry season there isn't much water.
Even from across the river, the Taj is impressive. It is definitely one of those places that is much more amazing in person and photography doesn't do it justice.
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