Taj Mahal - Wikipedia
The Taj Mahal (/ ˌtɑːdʒ məˈhɑːl, ˌtɑːʒ -/ TAHJ mə-HAHL, TAHZH -; Hindustani: [taːdʒ ˈmɛɦ (ɛ)l]; lit. 'Crown of the Palace') is an ivory-white marble mausoleum on the right bank of the river …
Taj Mahal | Definition, Story, Site, Agra, History, & Facts - Britannica
Nov 27, 2025 · The Taj Mahal is a mausoleum complex in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, in northern India, built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th century. The complex houses the tombs …
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: Everything You Need to Know - Architectural Digest
Feb 25, 2025 · Situated on the banks of the Yamuna River in Agra, India, the Taj Mahal is a white marble mausoleum complex that dates back to the 17th century. It was commissioned by …
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 …
World Heritage Sites – Agra – Taj Mahal
Taj Mahal, the pinnacle of Mughal architecture, was built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan (1628-1658), grandson of Akbar the great, in the memory of his queen Arjumand Bano …
Discover Taj Mahal: Symbol of Love | Incredible India
Explore the iconic Taj Mahal in Agra, an architectural masterpiece and symbol of eternal love, admired for its stunning beauty and rich history.
The Taj Mahal – Smarthistory
Shah Jahan built the Taj Mahal in Agra, where he took the throne in 1628. First conquered by Muslim invaders in the eleventh century, the city had been transformed into a flourishing area …
Taj Mahal - Location, Timeline & Architect | HISTORY
Jun 13, 2011 · Constructed over a 20-year period on the southern bank of the Yamuna River in Agra, India, the famed complex is one of the most outstanding examples of Mughal …
Exploring Taj Mahal, India's most admired and most visited …
Aug 31, 2025 · Situated on the banks of the Yamuna River in Agra, India, the Taj Mahal is a white marble mausoleum complex that dates back to the 17th century. It was commissioned by …