Taj Mahal-India

The Taj is a vast Islamic tomb or mausoleum, finished in 1653 [after 20 years work] in memory of Mumtaz Mahal, Emperor Shah Jahan's favourite wife.

The Taj Mahal, India's icon, is a shining example of the Mughal architecture that dominates India's most stylish constructions, namely various Maharaja's palaces and forts, particularly in the nearby state of Rajasthan and India's capital city New Delhi....The crowning jewel of Indo-Islamic architecture, the Taj Mahal is one of the world’s most beautiful and beloved structures. One of the most famous buildings in the world is one of the New 7 Wonders of the World

              India-Taj-Mahal

 Taj Mahal's Nice View

         Taj Mahal Front View

Taj Mahal marble, bas-relief flower designs.

    The Taj Mahal's 'garden'

A closer view of the Taj Mahal's intricate Koranic [Arabic] calligraphy and flower inlay

 And closer...much of the script inlay is in black marble, surrounded by semi-precious stones - yellow marble, jasper and jade - set in a vine pattern

A guide explaining the Taj's inlay detail and methods used. A knowledgeable guide is a definte asset when visiting the Taj

        Taj Mahal marble, bas-relief flower designs

 Taj Mahal, Yamuna River view, Agra, Uttar Pradesh state, India

 Taj Mahal In Evening

Taj Mahal View

 The Taj's monumental entrance, the Great Gate or Darwaza, reflects the tomb's architecture, with elaborate arches, Arabic script, inlaid semi-precious stones and bas-relief flowers, Agra, India

View of the Taj-Mahal

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