The Mughals, who erected numerous spectacular monuments, are credited with producing this, their finest work of art.
Shah Jahan, the Mughal emperor, adored his third wife, who passed away giving birth to their third child.
Qutub Minar is shorter than the Taj Mahal in height
“O soul, you are at rest. Return to the Lord in peace with Him, and He at peace with you”
Jasper, Jade, Crystal, Turquoise, lapis lazuli, carnelian, sapphire, marble, and 28 different valuable metals and gems in all, imported from different countries and areas of India.
Taj's English name is "Crown of Palaces". The Mughals are credited with producing this, their finest work of art. As a result, it is known as the Taj Mahal, which means Palace Crown.
This marble structure is not only one of the Seven Wonders of the World but also a well-known UNESCO World Heritage Site.
It took 22 years to construst Taj Mahal
(1631 - 1653)
Taj's Entrance fee for foreigners is 1000 INR, and more than 7-8 Millions of visitors yearly come to see Taj Mahal from around the world.