Some stories make history, while some stories tell history. When Mughal emperor Shah Jahan built taj mahal for his Begum mumtaz Mahal, the thought behind it was to build the most special and unique mausoleum in the world, so that the coming world can understand the beauty of taj mahal along with Mumtaz. The beauty of taj mahal is hidden in its elaborate mausoleum as well as its architecture, vastness and beautiful carvings.
It is a unique example of high art. taj mahal is considered a symbol of culture, history and love. But have you ever wondered why taj mahal was built in agra, whereas yamuna river is also in Delhi. Let us know the reason for this.
When was the taj mahal built?
The taj mahal is a beautiful attraction, where millions of tourists come every year and enjoy the beauty and significance of this great historical mausoleum. It took about 22 years to build the Taj Mahal. Its construction work started in 1632 AD and it was completed in 1653. More than 20 thousand laborers, craftsmen, architects and artisans contributed significantly in the creation of this beautiful architecture. The taj mahal was built with a lot of hard work, which makes it an ideal architectural masterpiece.
Why was the Taj built in agra only?
There were many reasons behind the taj mahal being built only in Agra. agra was mainly the capital of the Mughal Empire at that time and Shah Jahan's court was also there. Apart from this, a place on the banks of the yamuna River was suitable, supply of marble, availability of skilled artisans are also the main reasons for the taj mahal being in Agra. Apart from this, the flow of yamuna river in agra was appropriate, which makes the taj mahal beautiful and this water does not cause any damage to the building.
Effect of river
According to historian Abdul Hamid Lahori, Shah Jahan had deliberately chosen the place to build taj mahal on the banks of yamuna in agra, because the bend of yamuna river protects taj mahal from flood or erosion. Later Shah Jahan changed his capital and transferred it from agra to Delhi, but taj mahal remained in agra and even today it is increasing the pride of the country by becoming a unique example of architecture.
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