Let’s admit that scams aren’t unique to tourist places across the globe and Taj Mahal, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage Site is no stranger to it either. The white marble mausoleum has been attracting lakhs of tourists, photographers, historians and curious travellers from India and across the globe since ages now.
Given the popularity of the world’s most iconic structures, the place also is a hotspot for scammers. Like several landmarks in the world, Agra too has developed its own version of tourist-targeted scams.
If you are planning a trip to the Taj Mahal any time soon, then knowing how to spot them can save travellers money as well as disappointment.
Let’s have a look at six common scams reported near the Taj Mahal, backed by both national and international travellers:
