Taj Mahal - Wikipedia
It was commissioned in 1631 by the fifth Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan (r. 1628–1658), to house the tomb of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal; it also houses the tomb of Shah Jahan himself.
Taj Mahal | Definition, Story, Site, Agra, History, & Facts ...
Nov 27, 2025 · The complex houses the tombs of Shah Jahan and one of his wives, known as Mumtaz Mahal. Its stunning architecture has made it one of the most iconic monuments in the …
Taj Mahal - UNESCO World Heritage Centre
An immense mausoleum of white marble, built in Agra between 1631 and 1648 by order of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his favourite wife, the Taj Mahal is the jewel of …
Taj Mahal-Official Website of Taj Mahal, Government of Uttar ...
Come, Walk along the pathway beside the reflecting pool with fountains upto the mausoleum crafted in soft & pure marble and jewelled with semi precious stones, where in the serenity of …
The Taj Mahal – Smarthistory
During his third regnal year, his favorite wife, known as Mumtaz Mahal, died due to complications arising from the birth of their fourteenth child. Deeply saddened, the emperor started planning …
The Wonder that is Taj — Google Arts & Culture
The Taj Mahal is one of the most photographed monuments across the world and for good reason. The experience of being at the Taj Mahal is far more pronounced and overwhelming …
The Taj Mahal's History and Love Story - ThoughtCo
May 1, 2025 · The Taj Mahal is a breathtaking white-marble mausoleum commissioned by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan for his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Located on the southern …