Taj Mahal
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Of Mughal architectural design, the Taj Mahal is a true wonder of the world. It was built by Emperor Shah Jahan to commemorate his second wife and inseparable companion, Arjumand Banu Begum, (Mumtaz Mahal – ‘Chosen of the Palace), who died in childbirth, with a building unlike any ever seen before. Only the most worthy of architects were involved in its design. The tomb scales the heights of a modern 20-storey building. The white marble is from Makrana, taking on different tones at different times of the day, with imported precious stones. A red sandstone channel, set between rows of cypress trees, compliments the entrance. The main gateway is a large three-storey sandstone structure with an octagonal central chamber. The Quran is inscribed extensively throughout the building. It is clearly a supreme labour of love.
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Review by contributing editor ‘Excerpt from 'Taj Mahal: A weekend of wonder'’By Simon Horsford for The Telegraph First published December 18, 2007 ...There is always ... Read more » Review by press. ‘Excerpt from 'The Taj Mahal: Well meet by moonlight'’By David Orr for The Telegraph First published December 20, 2004 If any of the world's great ... Read more » Review by press. ‘'India: Triumph of the Taj'’By Stanley Stewart for The Telegraph First published November 1, 2002 The great thing ... Read more » Review by press. Have you been here? Why not add your own review. |
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