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The Taj Mahal: A Symbol of Love and Beauty in India
TLDR The Taj Mahal, built in the 17th century by the Mughal Empire ruler Shah Jahan, is a mausoleum that stands as a symbol of love for his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Despite facing various threats throughout history, the Taj Mahal remains one of India's most iconic and visited attractions.
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The Taj Mahal is the most iconic building in India and has become a symbol for the country.
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The Taj Mahal was built in the 17th century by the Mughal Empire ruler Shah Jahan as a symbol of his love for his wife Mumtaz Mahal.
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Mumtaz Mahal was the favorite wife of Shah Jahan, serving as his chief advisor and receiving numerous titles, but tragically died from a postpartum hemorrhage at the age of 37, leaving Shah Jahan inconsolable.
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The Taj Mahal was built as a mausoleum for Mumtaz Mahal, with no expense spared in its construction, using materials from various regions including white marble from Rajasthan, jasper from the Punjab, and jade crystal from China.
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The main mausoleum of the Taj Mahal was completed in 1643, with the scaffolding made of brick instead of bamboo, and peasants dismantled the entire scaffold in a single day to claim the bricks.
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The Taj Mahal has faced various threats throughout history, including neglect, looting, and environmental pollution, but it remains one of the most visited attractions in India and was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1983.
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The Taj Mahal is best visited with a guide, waking up early to be first in line, and there are other attractions in Agra worth visiting beyond just the Taj Mahal.
