Taj Mahal

A symbol of love and one of the Seven Wonders of the World

About Taj Mahal

:contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} is an ivory-white marble mausoleum built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. It is located in Agra on the banks of the Yamuna River and is one of the most famous monuments in the world.

History

Built By

Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan

Built In

1632 � 1653

Purpose

Memorial for Mumtaz Mahal

Architecture

White Marble

Made entirely of pure white Makrana marble.

Persian Style

Blend of Persian, Islamic, and Indian architecture.

Gardens

Beautiful Mughal-style Charbagh gardens.

Symmetry

Perfect architectural symmetry in design.

Quick Facts

Location

Agra, Uttar Pradesh

Type

Monument / Mausoleum

Status

UNESCO World Heritage Site

Wonder

One of the Seven Wonders of the World