About Taj Mahal
The Taj Mahal is a white tomb built in the 17th century by the Mughal emperor , Shah Jahan in memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. The building is in the city of Agra , Uttar Pradesh. Widely thought as one of the most beautiful buildings in the world, it is one of India's biggest tourist attractions.It is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site , together with the Agra Fort , 2.5 kilometers away. Taj Mahal When was it built : between 1632 and 1653 AD Who built it : Shah Jahan, 5th Emperor of the Mughal Dynasty Time taken : 21 years Where is it located : Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India Why was it built : As a memorial to Shah Jahan’s beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal after her death in 1631 Dimensions : situated in a 170000 sq. m complex; 57 m at the base; 68 m in height and raised platform height 6 m Materials used : White Mar...