India is an exotic place for most foreigners, with a unique history. The Taj Mahal in Agra is a must-see visit if you stay in Mumbai and Delhi. And ‘one of the most familiar to the world, looking clean and pristine, which is reflected in the river Yamuna. You can visit the Taj in full moon nights. How the Great Pyramids, the Taj prompted thousands of workers for a period of 21 years to build.
The Taj is considered one of the seven wonders of the modern world. E ‘was named World Heritage by UNESCO in 1980 to ensure its preservation. only trails or natural features of great importance to make this list of 911 sites worldwide.
A lot of visitors are ignorant of the fact that this beautiful structure was built by Shah Jahan as a mausoleum for his empress, Mumtaz Mahal. There is not much concrete data on love historical legendary emperor and his wife. We know that it was the custom for rulers to build mausoleums on such a grand scale.
Visitors in the late 18th century transformed the area into a sort of spa, and held elaborate parties there. The reasons fell into disrepair, and there were plans to lay bare the grave for its precious marble. Fortunately, in the late 19th century, restoration has been completed.
The Taj is a building of Mughal architecture combining the three nations, especially Persian, more Islamic and Indian members. Its sides are equal in length and width, and the south wall is composed of milky marble. The majestic golden dome is 115 feet high and 115 feet wide.
The Taj Mahal is part of a group of buildings, with the burial place in his heart. It rests on a platform, and has an entrance shaped like a bow. Several peaks of 13-story control the borders of the compound. Four structures in miniature guava-dome (chattris) complete the group.
About three million people visit the Taj every year, and almost a quarter of a million of them are foreigners. This is a simple day trip on the train from Delhi, which includes breakfast.
