Taj
Mahal - A monument of love. A symbol of eternal love. Taj Mahal, one of
the most fabulous monuments in the world, history and time. Thronged by
visitors year round, Taj Mahal is 200 km from Delhi. It was built by the
fifth Mughal emperor Shahjahan, in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz. The
monument is a perfect piece of architecture. It took 22 years, 41 million
rupees, 50 kilos of gold and around 20,000 workers to complete this marvel
of marble.
Situated by the river Yamuna, Taj Mahal sits on a high red sandstone
terrace, topped by marble terrace. It is flanked by four minarets. The jewel
in-laid cenotaph of the empress lies within the dome. The entire mausoleum
is decorated with inlaid design of flowers and calligraphy with semi
precious stones like jasper and agate.
