❮ Agra

Taj Mahal

ताजमहल

mausoleum in Agra

#1 in Agra / #1 in India

by Yann; edited by Jim Carter

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The Taj Mahal in Agra, India, is an iconic white marble mausoleum built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Completed in 1653, it is a masterpiece of Mughal architecture, combining elements from Islamic, Persian, Ottoman Turkish, and Indian architectural styles. The Taj Mahal is renowned for its stunning symmetry, intricate carvings, and the beautiful gardens that surround it.

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