Agra, Nov. 9 -- Even as the Taj Mahal continues to captivate global tourists with its timeless architecture, ambient smog has begun dulling its famed panoramic view despite of Agra recording an overall Air Quality Index (AQI) of 189, categorised as 'Moderate' by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) on Monday.

Visitors to the UNESCO World Heritage Site observed a distinct haze around the monument, with its silhouette appearing less clear from distant vantage points along the Charbagh gardens and the Yamuna riverfront. Tourists said the monument continued to look beautiful up close, but the haze affected its visibility from a distance.

"The Taj Mahal is undeniably beautiful, but the smog makes it noticeably less visible and sharp th...