Taj Mahal, Agra, Uttar Pradesh
About Taj Mahal
Time Period
The construction of Taj Mahal took place during the Mughal Empire in the 17th century, specifically between 1632 and 1653.
Historical Events
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Construction of Taj Mahal begins | 1632 |
| Completion of Taj Mahal | 1653 |
| Mughal Empire starts declining | 1707 |
| Taj Mahal declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site | 1983 |
| Taj Mahal becomes one of the New7Wonders of the World | 2007 |
Emperors of the Mughal Empire
| Emperor | Time Period |
|---|---|
| Shah Jahan | 1628-1658 |
| Aurangzeb | 1658-1707 |
| Bahadur Shah I | 1707-1712 |
| Muhammad Shah | 1719-1748 |
Mysteries
The Taj Mahal is shrouded in various myths and mysteries. Some popular ones include:
- The possibility of the existence of hidden rooms within the Taj Mahal
- The belief that precious gemstones were removed from the walls
- The notion that the design of Taj Mahal incorporates elements of Vedic architecture
- The claim that the reflection of the Taj Mahal in the Yamuna River forms a perfect symmetrical image
Wars during the Mughal Empire
| War | Time Period |
|---|---|
| Mughal-Maratha Wars | 1680-1707 |
| Mughal-Safavid Wars | 1622-1639 |
| Mughal-Rajput Wars | 1562-1614 |
Important Persons Associated with the Taj Mahal
- Shah Jahan – The Mughal emperor who commissioned the construction of Taj Mahal
- Mumtaz Mahal – The wife of Shah Jahan, in whose memory Taj Mahal was built
- Ustad Ahmad Lahauri – The chief architect of Taj Mahal
- Guru Nanak Dev – The founder of Sikhism, who visited Agra during the construction of Taj Mahal
Current State of Taj Mahal
Taj Mahal is one of the most iconic and popular tourist attractions in India. It receives millions of visitors from around the world each year. Efforts are being made to preserve and restore its beauty, as pollution and other factors pose threats to its white marble structure. Various conservation and restoration projects are ongoing to ensure the longevity of this magnificent masterpiece.
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