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AGRA
Agra
is one of the cities of India that is very much dipped in the glorious
history. The city is located in the state of Uttar Pradesh and boasts
of some of the most wondrous architectural wonders including one of the
seven wonders of the world, Taj Mahal. Taj is an epitome of love, built
by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan for his wife.The monument is also recognised
as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in addition to Fatehpur Sikri and Agra
Fort which also lies in Agra. Agra is visited by countless tourists every
year.
Major Catch:
» Savour “Petha”, a famous sweet dish of Agra.
» A Tourist can shop for leather, rugs and carpets for which Agra is a delight.
» Don't forget to carry a small replica of Taj Mahal in white marble.
» Get yourself photographed with the Taj as backdrop.
» Behold the magic of Taj Mahotsava, held in the month of February.
Taj Mahal
Taj Mahal of India - "the epitome of love", "a monument of immeasurable beauty". The beauty of this magnificent monument is such that it is beyond the scope of words. The thoughts that come into the mind while watching the Taj Mahal of Agra is not just its phenomenal beauty, but the immense love which was the reason behind its construction. Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan got this monument constructed in the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, with whom he fell in love at the first sight. The very first sight of the Taj Mahal, the epitome of love and romance leaves one mesmerized.
Standing majestically on the banks of River Yamuna, the Taj Mahal is synonymous with love and romance. It is believed that the name "Taj Mahal" was derived from the name of Shah Jahan wife Mumtaz Mahal and means "Crown Palace". The purity of the white marble, the exquisite ornamentation, precious gemstones used and its picturesque location, all make Taj Mahal travel gain a place amongst the most popular ones. However, unless and until, one knows the love story behind the Tajmahal of India, it will come up as just a beautiful building. But, the love behind this outstanding monument is what has given a life to this monument.
As a tribute to a beautiful woman and as a monument for enduring love, the Taj reveals its subtleties when one visits it without being in a hurry. The rectangular base of Taj is in itself symbolic of the different sides from which to view a beautiful woman. The main gate is like a veil to a woman's face which should be lifted delicately, gently and without haste on the wedding night. In indian tradition the veil is lifted gently to reveal the beauty of the bride. As one stands inside the main gate of Taj, his eyes are directed to an arch which frames the Taj.
The dome is made of white marble, but the tomb is set against an awesome backdrop of the river and it is this background that works its magic of colours through their reflection and transforms the view of the Taj. The colours change at different hours of the day and during different seasons. Like a jewel, the Taj sparkles in moonlight when the semi-precious stones inlaid into the white marble on the main mausoleum catch the glow of the moon. The Taj is pinkish in the morning, milky white in the evening and golden when the moon shines. These changes, they say, depict the different moods of woman.
Different people have different views of the Taj but it would be enough to say that the Taj has a life of its own that leaps out of marble, provided you understand that it is a monument of love. As an architectural masterpiece, nothing could be added or subtracted from it.
History of Taj Mahal, Agra
Located at
Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India
Famous as
One among the Seven World of the world
Built by
Shah Jahan
Reason to Built
In the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal
Years of Completion
22 years, from 1631 A.D to 1654 A.D
Workforce
20,000 people
Agra
is one of the cities of India that is very much dipped in the glorious
history. The city is located in the state of Uttar Pradesh and boasts
of some of the most wondrous architectural wonders including one of the
seven wonders of the world, Taj Mahal. Taj is an epitome of love, built
by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan for his wife.The monument is also recognised
as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in addition to Fatehpur Sikri and Agra
Fort which also lies in Agra. Agra is visited by countless tourists every
year. Major Catch:
» Savour “Petha”, a famous sweet dish of Agra.
» A Tourist can shop for leather, rugs and carpets for which Agra is a delight.
» Don't forget to carry a small replica of Taj Mahal in white marble.
» Get yourself photographed with the Taj as backdrop.
» Behold the magic of Taj Mahotsava, held in the month of February.
Taj Mahal
Taj Mahal of India - "the epitome of love", "a monument of immeasurable beauty". The beauty of this magnificent monument is such that it is beyond the scope of words. The thoughts that come into the mind while watching the Taj Mahal of Agra is not just its phenomenal beauty, but the immense love which was the reason behind its construction. Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan got this monument constructed in the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, with whom he fell in love at the first sight. The very first sight of the Taj Mahal, the epitome of love and romance leaves one mesmerized.
Standing majestically on the banks of River Yamuna, the Taj Mahal is synonymous with love and romance. It is believed that the name "Taj Mahal" was derived from the name of Shah Jahan wife Mumtaz Mahal and means "Crown Palace". The purity of the white marble, the exquisite ornamentation, precious gemstones used and its picturesque location, all make Taj Mahal travel gain a place amongst the most popular ones. However, unless and until, one knows the love story behind the Tajmahal of India, it will come up as just a beautiful building. But, the love behind this outstanding monument is what has given a life to this monument.
As a tribute to a beautiful woman and as a monument for enduring love, the Taj reveals its subtleties when one visits it without being in a hurry. The rectangular base of Taj is in itself symbolic of the different sides from which to view a beautiful woman. The main gate is like a veil to a woman's face which should be lifted delicately, gently and without haste on the wedding night. In indian tradition the veil is lifted gently to reveal the beauty of the bride. As one stands inside the main gate of Taj, his eyes are directed to an arch which frames the Taj.
The dome is made of white marble, but the tomb is set against an awesome backdrop of the river and it is this background that works its magic of colours through their reflection and transforms the view of the Taj. The colours change at different hours of the day and during different seasons. Like a jewel, the Taj sparkles in moonlight when the semi-precious stones inlaid into the white marble on the main mausoleum catch the glow of the moon. The Taj is pinkish in the morning, milky white in the evening and golden when the moon shines. These changes, they say, depict the different moods of woman.
Different people have different views of the Taj but it would be enough to say that the Taj has a life of its own that leaps out of marble, provided you understand that it is a monument of love. As an architectural masterpiece, nothing could be added or subtracted from it.
History of Taj Mahal, Agra
Located at
Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India
Famous as
One among the Seven World of the world
Built by
Shah Jahan
Reason to Built
In the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal
Years of Completion
22 years, from 1631 A.D to 1654 A.D
Workforce
20,000 people
