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Standing majestically on the banks of River Yamuna, the Taj Mahal is synonymous to love and romance. The name "Taj Mahal" was derived from the name of Shah Jahan's wife, Mumtaz Mahal, and means "Crown Palace". The purity of the white marble, the exquisite ornamentation, precious gemstones used and its picturesque location, all make a visit to the Taj Mahal gain a place amongst the most sought-after tours in the world. However, until you know the love story behind the construction of the Taj Mahal, the beauty of the same would not enliven in your heart and mind and instead would come up as just another beautiful building/monument. It is the love behind this outstanding monument that has given a life to this monument. Come and explore the visceral charisma that it emanatesAt the brink of dawn when the first rays of the sun hits the dome of this epic monument, it radiates like a heavenly abode, cloaked in bright golden. And then at dusk, basking in the glory of moon, it shines like a perfectly carved diamond; appearing as if straight owwut of some magical tale, leaving the viewers awestruck by its sense of grandeur. Nothing short of an architectural marvel, no wonder it stands proud at being one of the Seven Wonders of the World. And the rich beauty of this visual spectacle turns visceral when one hears the story behind it. The story of Taj Mahal!
| Location: | On the banks of river Yamuna in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India |
| Year of Construction: | 1631 - 1653 |
| Built By: | Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan |
| Spread Over: | 42 acres |
| Significance: | One of the Seven Wonders of the World |
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- How To Reach Taj Mahal
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- Shah Jahan
- Mumtaz Mahal
- History of Taj Mahal
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- Taj Mahal Architecture
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- Main Gateway
- Mosque
- Night At Taj
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- Rest House
- Taj Garden
- Taj Mahotsav
- Water Devices
- Day At Taj
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