History of Taj Mahal

Taj Mahal is one of the best places to visit in India because of the marvellous architecture. The construction work of the ivory-white structure started in 1632 under the reign of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. The structure stands as a symbol of love as it was built in the fond memory of Shah Jahan’s deceased wife Mumtaz Mahal. The Emperor wanted to build a structure that justifies the beauty of his wife. Due to the huge fascination Shah Jahan had with the white colour, Taj Mahal was also commissioned to be built in white. For this, top quality white marbles from different parts of the world. There are incredible inlay works done on the walls of the structure with various design works and texts in Arabic fonts. Taj Mahal Tours take you to the large complex of 42 acres that has a mosque, a guesthouse and various gardens and fountains.

Taj Mahal, Agra

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The construction of this structure was no small feat even by today’s standards. The project took more than 20000 workers and close to two decades to finish. The architects were brought in from Turkey, Iran and Persia and the craftsmen were trained by Italians in the courts of the palace. The semi-precious stones for inlay works were brought in from different parts of the world. There were craftsmen from different parts of the huge Mughal Empire, who were experts in different aspects of the architecture. There was every necessary step taken by Shah Jahan to make this structure the most beautiful structure in the world.

Taj Mahal

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The professional guides you get in Taj Mahal Holiday Packages gives you an idea about the incredible story associated with the structure. You can feel the love with which the colosseum was built. The main structure is a large multi-chambered cube with four minarets framing the structure. There are false sarcophagi of Mumtaz Mahal and Shah Jahan in the main chamber with the actual tombs in the lower levels. Shah Jahan had asked his son Aurangazeb, to bury him beside Mumtaz Mahal, once he dies. Another beautiful aspect of the architecture is that Taj Mahal offers various shades of white as the day passes by. You can experience the night visits as well, which is the best time to visit the monument, especially on full moon light. Furthermore, you can witness the monument from different angles if you take a boat ride in the Yamuna River, which lies just behind the complex. Another excellent place to observe the beauty of the structure is Mehtab Bagh, which is built on the opposite side of the river.

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