Guided Tour of Taj Mahal
The Meaning of Taj Mahal is “The Crown of Palace”. The Taj Mahal mausoleum was made up of ivory white marbles on the south bank of the Yamuna River in the Indian city of Agra. The Mugal emperor Shah Jahan was decided to build Taj Mahal in the memory of beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. The Taj Mahal tomb is the centerpiece of a 42 acres complex include with mosque, a guest house and in set in formal garden bounded on three sides by a crenellated wall. In 1983 The Taj Mahal sites was designated as a UNESCO world heritage sites. The Taj Mahal represent the best example of Mugal architecture and a symbol of India’s rich history. 7 to 8 million peoples come to visit Taj Mahal from all around the world and it was declared as the winner of the New seven wonders of the world 2000-2007 initiative.
Inspiration
In 1631, the Taj Mahal was commissioned by Shah Jahan in the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Mumtaz Mahal was a Persian princess who was died giving birth to their 14 child. The Construction of the Taj Mahal was started in 1632 and the mausoleum was completed in 1642, while the surrounding building and garden was completed five year later.teh death of Mumtaz Mahal illustrate the love story held as the inspiration for the Taj Mahal.
Architecture and design
The Taj Mahal represent the finest example of Mugal Architecture. The Mugal building including the Gaur-e Amir, Humayu Tomb, itmad-ud daulah and jama masjid in delhi. The earlier building of Mugal emperor was primarily constructed of Red Sandstone, while Shah Jahan stimulates the use of white marbles inlaid with semi-precious stones. The tomb is the central focus of the entire complex of the Taj Mahal.
Outlying Building
The Taj Mahal complex is bordered on the three sides by crenellated red stone walls and the remaining side facing the Yamuna River. The outside walls are also the additional mausoleums, include the Shah Jahan other wives, and a large a large tomb for Mumtaz Favorite beloved wive.
Tourism
The Taj Mahal attract large number of tourist. The UNESCO documented that in 2001 almost 2 million people from all over the world visit Taj Mahal site, which had increased to about 7-8 million in 2014. The entrance fee for the foreigner’s tourists is 1100 INR. October, November, December, January, February is the best month to visit the Taj Mahal.
How to Reach
Taj Mahal is the most beautiful monument you will ever have an opportunity to glare at. It is one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Millions of people visit this tempting mausoleum every year. Whether you reach there at dawn, at sunset or at full moon, you will love the cherish able beauty of The Taj Mahal. You can visit Agra through Various transports like Air, Bus, and Train or through Private cab. The Agra Jaipur and Delhi is said to be a Golden triangle in term of tourism.
