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Taj Mahal, Agra |
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An epitome of eternal love and passion, the Taj Mahal, Agra is one of the most opulent mausoleums in the world. One of the seven wonders of the world, this coveted monument is one of the most desired sightseeing during any Agra Holidays. Perhaps one of the finest instances of architectural brilliance and grandeur, the Taj Mahal was built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in the loving memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Located on the turquoise banks of the river Yamuna, the ravishing Taj Mahal is one finest Monuments in Agra.
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Built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. A symbol of immense love for his wife, Shah Jahan appointed the best of architects and artists to construct this brilliant marble monument. It is believed that on her death bed Mumtaz Mahal requested her husband to build a monument for her that would have no comparisons in the whole world. Shah Jahan left no details to make his creation the best. Built out of Sangri Marmar, the marble stone used to build the Taj Mahal, Agra was brought from the region of Makrana located in Rajasthan.
Embossed with precious stones like amethyst, rubies, emeralds and diamonds, the tip of the dome of the Taj Mahal, Agra was carved out of the precious yellow metal that is gold. However there is nothing much left of these after the monument suffered huge ransack by the British colonists. The inner chamber where the tombs of the Emperor Shah Jahan and his wife lies in perfectly dark and complete silence is maintained. Taj Mahal, Agra is also known for its picturesque garden also known as Charbagh and resembles the design of the Persian gardens. Open throughout the year the Taj Mahal is best to be watched during a full moon night when it wears a golden tinge.
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