Taj Mahal

Taj Mahal is one of the most wonderful and charming tombs in the world. It is located in Agra, India. It is situated on the banks of the river Yamuna, the Taj is embedded in a garden amongst fountains and ornamental trees. It is seen as a milestone in the development of mughal architecture. The construction of this beautiful mausoleum beautiful structure began in 1631 and ended in 1654 with the help of 22,000labours. Many designers were brought in from other countries, to enhance construction of the Taj Mahal. The Mughal Emperor Shahjahan built it in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz, who died in 1629A.D.The Taj Mahal is considered as epitome of Mughal architecture, a style that fuses Persian, Ottoman, Indian, and Islamic architectural styles.The entire area of Taj Mahal measures 1,902 feet x1,002 feet on each side. The Taj Mahal rests on a base of total length of 186 feet by 186 feet called Mahajar-e-Mushababbak and it was designed by Turkish designers. it is built entirely out of marble and it rests on a platform of red sandstone which makes it as a unique monument. Beautiful calligraphy used on the marble stones cant be explained in words and in reality it is his gift to entire human race.