The Taj Mahal in India is one of the wonders of the world and is one of the most beautiful mausoleums constructed by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his favorite queen, Mumtaz Mahal. Located in Agra, white marble is used in the creation of this symbol of love and is considered to be the pinnacle of the famous Mughal architecture.

 

The interiors of the Taj Mahal display lapidary art using precious and semi-precious stones. The ceiling, intricately carved again with a sun motif is 25 meters high. "Jaali" work on the balcony walls permit the passage of sunlight into the interiors. The "jaali" screens which serve as the walls around the cenotaphs are finely carved.

 

Besides the Taj Mahal, Agra is also famous for the Agra Fort, which is a veritable treasure trove of the Mughal architectural tradition. The Agra fort is built alongside the Yamuna River and stretches almost 2.5 km. The various buildings within this sprawling fort complex represent the assimilation of different cultures, which was the hallmark of the Mughals. The magnificent towers, bastions, ramparts, and gateways of the Agra Fort symbolize the stature and power of Mughal Emperor Akbar.

 

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