Taj Mahal
Taj Mahal is one of the most famous monuments in the World and symbolise the rich history and architectural design of India, located on the bank of Yamuna river in Agra District of Uttar Pradesh.
It is one of the Iconic Landmark in the world and World Heritage site. It was built by the Fifth Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th century on the memory of his second wife Mumtaz Mahal who were die in 1631 while giving birth to their 14th child.
After the Death of Mumtaz Mahal, Shah was deeply sad, than he decided to build a Taj Mahal on the memory of his wife. The Idea of the Taj Mahal was commissioned by the Shah Jahan in 1631, the and the work of the Taj Mahal is Started in 1632 and completed in 1653.
The Architectural Design of Taj Mahal is one of the masterpiece in the world because it is made of White Marble that changes color with the light. In Morning Time color is Pinkish, In Evening Time color is Milky Misit and In Night Time color is Golden. The wall of Taj Mahal is decorated with precious stone like turquoise, lapic lazuli, Jade, Crystals etc.
The Area of Taj Mahal is about 42 acres (17 hectares) with a vast garden, In this area there was Mosque, Guest House, Reflecting Pools, Gardens, Mausoleum etc. The Main door of the Taj Mahal is located on the south side, which is made of a Red Sandstones where the Visitors take entry and leads into the Garden Area. The Taj Mahal is considered as the one of the Greatest and the Iconic Architectural in the Indo Islamic architecture at that time.
For the Construction, Shah Jahan has appointed the Chief architects Ustad Ahmed Lahauri and his team of engineers, architects, artist were involved in the construction of Taj Mahal and bring his life vision. The cost of building the Taj Mahal was around 32 million and their are about 20,000 workers are worked on this project.
When the Taj Mahal was completed, the rule of the Shah Jahan was decline. His son Aurangzeb overthrew him and took the kingdom and Then Shah was imprisoned in the Jail at Agra Fort for his rest of life. He spend his final year to seeing at the Taj Mahal from prison. On 1666, Shah Jahan was died and his body was buried beside his wife Mumtaz Mahal in Taj Mahal and the tomb of the Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal was buried exactly on the centre of the main chamber.
The Taj Mahal is one of the Seven Wonders of the World due to its architectural design, historical significance and main is the symbol of love and devotion of Shah Jahan toward its wife Mumtaz Mahal.
Nearby Places to Visit in Taj Mahal
Agra Fort
Agra Fort is a historical Mughal fort, also known as the "LAL QILA (Red Fort)" situated on the bank of Yamuna River in Agra district of Uttar Pradesh. Agra Fort is about 2 Km distance from Taj Mahal. It is one of the Masterpiece of Mughal Architecture and one of the most important UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
The "Construction of the Agra Fort" started in 1565 CE under the third Mughal Emperor Akbar, Over 4000 plus workers are working for eight years to built Agra Fort. The Main Construction of the Agra Fort is completed in 1573 CE.
The "Architecture Design of the Agra Fort" is look like Red Sandstone walls with a Grand Gateways with a Semi Circular top, with the straight side facing toward Yamuna River. The walls are Double ramparts up to 21 m high.
The Total area of the Agra fort is about 94 acres with a vast complex of palaces, audience halls, mosques, private quarters showcasing stunning Mughal architecture which include Jahangir Palace, Khas Mahal and Sheesh Mahal.
Agra Fort was mainly built for the Military and Royal Residence of the Mughal Rulers. It was made to protect the empire, control the region and act as main Administrative Center where important decisions are taken.
Fatehpur Sikri
Fatehpur Sikri is about 40 km from the Taj Mahal, It was founded by Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1571 CE. Fatehpur Sikri is Known as the "City of Victory", It was one first planned city of the Mughals to be marked by the magnificent administrative, residential and living areas for the court at that time.
Ram Bagh
The Original Name of the Ram Bagh is Aram Bagh, meaning "Garden of Rest". It is about 7 km from the Taj Mahal. Ram Bagh palace is considered as the one of the oldest Mughal Garden in India. The Garden design follows the Persian "Charbagh"(Four part) layout, it symbolic representation of paradise as described in Islamic tradition.
Itimad-ud-Daula's Tomb
Itimad -ud-Daula's often known as the " Baby Taj " because it is look like a Taj Mahal. It is about 4 km from the Taj Mahal. The Itimad-ud-Daula was commissioned by the Nur Jahan the wife of Emperor Jahangir in 1622 CE. The Tomb is dedicated to her father Mirza Ghiyas Beg, who held the title Itimad-ud-Daula mean the "Pillars of the State".
Activites to do in Taj Mahal
- Photography :- Capture the Stunning Photo of Taj Mahal, especially at the time of Sunrise and Sunset.
- Explore Taj Mahal :- Walk around Taj Mahal, Learn About more History and Architecture.
- Yamuna River Front :- Take a boat ride on the Yamuna River to see a beautiful view of the Taj Mahal from Water.
Best Time To Visit Taj Mahal
- The Best Time to Visit Taj Mahal is during cooler Months (October to March). Because the weather Pleasant, it became comfortable to explore the monument and surrounding area.
Entry Time or Entry Fee of Taj Mahal
How to Reach Taj Mahal
- Railway :- Agra Cantt ( 6 km approx) or Agra Fort Station ( 3 km approx)
- Airport :- Agra Airport ( 9 km approx)
- Through Public Transport (Buses, Car, Auto etc) or Private Vehicle.
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