Taj Mahal

**TAJ MAHAL**

Agra(India)


The main gateway (darwaza) to the Taj Mahal

Walkways beside reflecting pool

A window view of Taj Mahal from Agra Fort

Taj Mahal at sunrise from Main Entrance

1)Taj Mahal is a white marble mausoleum built by Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan in the year 1653.
2)Taj Mahal is built in the loving memory of Mumtaz Mahal, wife of Emperor Shah Jahan.
3)Taj Mahal is built by 20000 artisans in a span of 22 years.
4)Taj Mahal is located in Agra near the river Yamuna.
5)Taj Mahal has been chosen as the Seven Wonders of the World.
6)Taj Mahal is surrounded by attractive lawns, trees, and beautiful lakes.
7)Taj Mahal is frequently visited by millions of tourists every year.
8)Taj Mahal is a beautiful monument that has the influence on Islamic Indian and Persian architecture.
9)Taj Mahal has been listed to the UNESCO World Heritage site in the year 1983.
10)Taj Mahal has actual tombs of Mumtaz Mahal and Shah Jahan at the lower level.