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Taj Mahal- Poem in Marble
 
Taj Mahal is regarded as one of the eight wonders of the world. Built entirely of white marble it has been described as a 'poem in marble'. Its stunning architectural beauty is beyond adequate description. Today. It stands in all its majesty to gently tell us about Shah Jahan's immortal story of love. Taj Mahal built by Emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his dear wife and queen Mumtaz Mahal. The construction of the Taj started in 1631 and was completed in 1653. The construction documents show that its master architect was Ustad Isa Khan, the renowned Islamic architect of his time, As many as 20,000 gifted workers from India and Central Asia were brought to produce the exquisite marble screens and pietra dura-marble marble screens and pietra dura-marble with inlay work to bring about this 'labour of love'. Expert craftsmen from Delhi, Kannauj, Lahore, and Multan were employed. In addition, many renowned craftsmen from Baghdad, Shiraz and Bukhara worked on many specialized tasks. The Taj stands on a raised, square platform with its four corners truncated, forming an unequal octagon. Smaller domes surround its striking central dome and its arches are embellished with scriptures from the Holy Quran. Inside finely cut marble screens inlaid with some 43 different types of precious stones shield the two subterranean vaults housing the tombs of Mumtaz Mahal & Shah Jahan was finally buried here beside his beloved wife.
 
 
Heritage Walk
 
AGRA FORT Emperor Akbar started constructing this massive fort on the banks of the yamuna in 1565. His grandson Shah Jahan made additions to it. The huge walls of the fort stretch for 2.5 km and are surrounded by a 10 m wide moat. Out of the three gates, only Amar Singh gate is open now. The fort is open from sunrise to sunset. The forbidding exteriors of this fort hide an inner paradise. There are number of exquisite buildings
 
 
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