Tuesday, September 20, 2011

Taj Mahal History

Undoubtedly, Taj Mahal is a wonderful creation of Mughal Era which is known for its Splendid and bewitching beauty.  This is one of the finest monuments of the country which is built in the memory of his Mumtaz Mahal who was the beloved wife of 5th Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. This symbol of love truly defines the true saga of love which is perfectly shared by Shahjehan and Mumtaz Mahal and while visiting the Place one can truly senses the feel the eternal love. As the fort is epitome of love which is perfectly designed and built with white marble monuments is located on the on the bank of River Yamuna is one the populat destinations in golden triangle tour.

This magnificent white marble monument is one of the seventh wonder of the country and the construction of the fort started in the 1631 after the death of Mumtaz Begum and the completion of the building complete at in years 1653 after 22 years. Taj Mahal’s construction completed with the support of more than 20000 thousands labors gave their contribution. This wonderful fort is built in the areas of 42acres which is giving wonderful view to the fort and hold and spellbound the visitors and to see the beauty many visitors come and take a glimpse of the fort. Moreover, it is see the sparkles of Taj, here visitors can come in the morning time can spent the full day see the various shades of the Mahal which changes its colors from Golden grey to pales yellow to silver in the  moonlight and bright in the sunlight in summer. 

Exterior beauty:  The beauty of the Mahal and its decorative elements can be clearly seen throughout huge surrounded complex since it is designed and built by white marble. The Flower shaped designs are created by precious and semi precious stones which is making the Mahal more beautiful and splendid. 

The 4 pillars are sanding perfect by 4 sides which are reflecting the f Mughal architecture. The length of the pillars are perfectly calculated and built which is   the ideal design. The fort is wonderfully designed which gives peace and amazing feelings.

Interior Design
The interior design of the fort is also crated as per Mughal and an Islamic pattern which is decorated with a sun motif to give perfect view of the entire Taj Mahal.  The walls are about 25 meters (82 ft) and each balcony's exterior window has an intricate screen which is attracted with jalies to give excellent interior view.  The well surface is decorated and designed with -precious stones in the shapes of fruits and flowers vines.

Garden
 According to Islamic religion, the garden is the paradise and keeping that in mind the Garden of the Taj Mahal is designed with lush trees and plants.  Like his father Jahangir, Sahajahen was also fascinated by Garden and with that charm he also planted Garden In front of Mahal.  In this garden the planted and trees are places to add the beautification to the Mahal which is spread in wide area of 980 ft square. The garden is designed in charbagh pattern in which each into four quarters 16 sunken parterres or flowerbeds. The garden is full of full of lush greenery like Ashoka tree which enhance the values of the fort and is centre there is pond which is giving wonderful view to the entire ambiance. 

Well for any fort and monument the entrance is the important, and Taj Mahal has also huge and wide entrance which s located at the south side of the Mahal. The gate is also designed with various precious and semi precious stones which add beautification of the entire ambiance.  

This wonderful Taj Mahal is  perfect place to sit and understand the feel of true love which imbibes everyone in harmony. The Mahal is designed in perfect art from of Mughal period which is highly admired by each and every one.

Saturday, September 3, 2011

Taj Mahal Monument of Love

The beauty and magnificence of the Taj is best captured in the words of its builder Emperor Shah Jahan.

The Taj Mahal stands in the medieval city of Agra by the banks of the Yamuna River. It is one of the most beautiful buildings in the world. The "Eternal Symbol of Love" was built by the Emperor as a mausoleum for his wife Mumtaz Mahal who died of childbirth. Not only is it phenomenally beautiful but it also symbolises the immense love the Emperor had for his wife with whom he fell in love at first sight. The poignant love story adds a new dimension to the building. It figures among the Seven Wonders of the World. It took 22 years from 1631 to 1653 and the efforts of 20,000 workers to complete the marvelous structure.

Taj Mahal meaning the "Crown Palace" is the epitome of Mughal architecture combining the architectural styles of India, Persia and Islam. It is built of white marble with intricate exquisite ornamentation and inlaid with semi precious gemstones. It is set on a large 300 m garden comprising an integrated complex of structures including the central dome and the cenotaph of Mumtaz Mahal, a multi-chambered base framed by an iwan (an arch-shaped doorway), four minaret and four gateways, a red sandstone mosque and an identical one Jawab in the east probably used for accommodating travellers. Entry is through a 30 m red sandstone gateway engraved with verses from the Quran.

Below the main dome are the false tombs of Mumtaz Mahal and Shah Jahan. The emperor was buried here by his son Aurangzeb in 1666. The tomb of the empress is inlaid with 43 different kinds of stones and enclosed by a marble screen. The real tombs are placed in a basement and are not open for public view.

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