“ Perhaps the most famous Islamic struture is the Taj Mahal in Agra, india,built (1632–48) by the Mughal ruler.....”
" The 17th century Taj Mahal is often called a poem in stone."
Taj Mahal – Tracing its History
Although, the origin of the name the "Taj Mahal" is not clear, there are certain views among the historians in connection with the same. If we go to its history at deeper level, we find that during the Shah Jehan's reign, it was called rauza (tomb) of Mumtaz Mahal. On this basis, it is generally believed that "Taj Mahal" (usually translated as either "Crown Palace" or "Crown of the Palace") constitutes an abbreviated version of her name, Mumtaz Mahal. So, it can be ascertained from the above mentioned fact that the monument is in fact the resting place for an Empress. As it stands at the banks of the river Yamuna, serving as a wide moat defending the Great Red Fort of Agra, it forms the centre of the Muhgal Emperors. It continued until the year 1637 when Mughals shifted their capital in the vicinities of Delhi.
Taj Mahal – The Indomitable Wonder
It is a fact that the people living world over, the Taj Mahal, mausoleum of Mughal Emperor is one of the grandest monuments, which has given history its due. Its architecture, with marvelous domes including the square base upon which its rests, everything is so well organized and gorgeous that it has inspired several writers and poets throughout. Without a tad of doubt, the Taj is undoubtedly one of the most spectacular buildings reigning supreme in the world. Renowned for its architectural magnificence and aesthetic beauty, Taj Mahal constitutes man's proudest creations and is invariably included in the list of the world's foremost wonders. Its grandeur cannot be underestimated under any circumstances.
