The Unanswered Mysteries of Shahjahan – Taj Mahal
It is simply the expression of emotions in a structured form. The Taj Mahal is a monument of love. So, this is the place to visit to memorize the love in your life. Taj Mahal Monument was built in 1631 by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan to pay homage to his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal.
There can be a lot to learn on a Taj Mahal trip, great architecture, myths related to artisans and so on. Indian Tourism brings together all the details you like and create the perfect Taj Mahal holiday package for you.
Counted among the 7 wonders of the world, the Taj Mahal is visited by many art lovers. Intricate use of Mughal architecture by artisans, inclined minarets to protect the structure from disasters. Here are some facts your Taj Mahal tour guide will tell you when you look at and photograph the fraudulent monument.
During your Taj Mahal vacation, you can see yourself traveling on the Yamuna River and watching the Light and Sound Show at the Agra Fort. The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mehtab Bagh, Agra Fort or even an all night visit is mesmerizing.
Cemetery
The center of the Taj Mahal is a mausoleum made of white marble. It is a building of symmetrical shape, situated on a square floor, with an arched entrance and a large dome. Like most Mughal tombs, its basic elements are based on Persian architecture. The base is a multi-chamber structure. It is shaped like a cube with a length of 55 meters on each side.
Exterior Decoration
The exterior decoration of the Taj Mahal is very special compared to other buildings of Mughal architecture. The exterior decoration of the building is done by plastering, plastering or plastering. In accordance with Islamic traditions, which prohibit the use of human figures or other animal figures in decorations, wildflowers and plant flags are used in decorations.
Interior decoration
The interior of the Taj Mahal is well-designed beyond traditional decorations. In the area, precious stones are embedded. The interior is octagonal in shape. Gates are set on all sides, but only the door to the south side of the park is in use. The inner walls are about 25 meters high. Above these is a “fake” dome decorated with sun images.
What’s the Mystery?
The Taj Mahal is actually about 5 feet taller than the Qutub Minar. In fact, the architects built this elegant monument on a proportionate scale, which is unthinkable to be taller than the tallest Qutub Minar in the world. This is because the Qutub Minar has a tall structure like a pillar. But the Taj Mahal’s architectural structure looks round and the height seems too short for us.
