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| Taj Mahal-Seventh Wonder of the World: |
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Situated in Agra on the bank of Yamuna River one of the most wonderful historical place and tourist destination of the world is Taj Mahal.It is the finest example of Mughal architecture a style that combines elements from Persian, Ottoman, Indian, and Islamic Architectural styles and the symbol of eternal love of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan to Mumtaz Mahal, glorified by poets and artists.
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Taj Mahal is one of India’s best architectural wonders that was built by the fifth Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan in 1631 in the memory of his second wife, Arjumand Banu who was later known as Mumtaz Mahal. Construction of the tomb took 22 years and 20 thousand people built it. The main architect, Ustad Isa was gifted with boundless powers, which he proved to be the right decision. Marble was brought from 300 km from Agra. The legend says that foreign architects participated in the construction of Taj Mahal. Those were Venetian and French, but their names are unknown. The entry to the complex looks like a true palace of red stone, adorned with white patterned portico. Above it there are11domes, two towers are situated on each side of the entrance. The walls adjacent the garden is made of red sandstone.
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The architecture of Taj Mahal represents the finest example of Mughal architecture. Its origins lie in the moving circumstances of its commission and the culture and history of an Islamic Mughal empire adapting to rule a largely Hindu public. In 1983, UNSESCO declared Taj Mahal world Heritage site and named among the new Seven Wonders of the World. The masterpiece attracts close to 30 million visitors annually of which more than 200, 000 visitors from abroad. One visit to the monument and experience haunts you for the rest of your life. Summary-Taj Mahal is one of the most famous buildings in the world. This is popular as the mirror of Mughal culture and civilization and the culmination of architectural achievements of India under the Mughal rule. Author- Brijesh Gupta is the author of Seventh Wonder of the World. He is experienced writer, who explains all information about this historical place. |
