Origins and architecture of the Taj Mahal, Agra

Name: Origins and architecture of the Taj Mahal
Address: Agra, India

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Origins and architecture of the Taj Mahal, Agra

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The Taj Mahal represents the finest and most sophisticated example of Indo-Islamic architecture. Its origins lie in the moving circumstances of its commission and the culture and history of an Islamic Mughal empire's rule of large parts of India. The distraught Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan commissioned the project upon the death of one of his favorite wives Mumtaz Mahal. ()

Local name: ताजमहल के मूल एवं वास्तुCoordinates: 27°10'30"N, 78°2'32"E

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Origins and architecture of the Taj Mahal – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Taj Mahal, Black Taj Mahal, Tomb of I'timād-ud-Daulah, Mehtab Bagh.

~30 ftW
Iconic Mughal mausoleum
Taj Mahal, Agra
1 min walk • The Taj Mahal is an architectural marvel and a testament to love, nestled in the heart of Agra, India. This iconic mausoleum, constructed from white marble, stands as a symbol of the enduring legacy of the Mughal Empire.
~850 ftSW
Museum, Mughal architecture
Black Taj Mahal, Agra
5 min walk • The Black Taj Mahal, an enigmatic legend woven into the rich tapestry of India's history, has long intrigued tourists and historians alike. This fabled counterpart to the iconic white marble mausoleum, the Taj Mahal, is said to be a myth shrouded in the mysteries of...
1.4 miNW
Mughal mausoleum known as the 'Baby Taj'
Tomb of I'timād-ud-Daulah, Agra
37 min walk • Nestled on the eastern banks of the Yamuna River in Agra, India, lies the exquisite Tomb of I'timād-ud-Daulah, often regarded as a draft of the Taj Mahal due to its architectural resemblance. This 17th-century mausoleum, also affectionately known as the "Baby Taj," is...
~1720 ftN
Park, Garden
Mehtab Bagh, Agra
9 min walk • Nestled on the banks of the Yamuna River, opposite the majestic Taj Mahal, lies the tranquil Mehtab Bagh, a historic park in Agra, India. This Mughal-era garden offers a unique and serene vantage point to admire the grandeur of one of the world's most iconic monuments.
1.2 miW
Tower
Musamman Burj, Agra
30 min walk • Musamman Burj also known as the Saman Burj or the Shah-burj, is an octagonal tower standing close to the Shah Jahan's private hall Diwan-e-Khas in Agra Fort.
~0 ftN
Universities and schools
Saket College, Agra
1 min walk • K.S. Saket P.G. College is a government-aided college in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, India. The college is affiliated to Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Awadh University.

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Nearby attractions include Saket College, Agra (1 min walk), Taj Mahal, Agra (1 min walk), Black Taj Mahal, Agra (5 min walk), Mehtab Bagh, Agra (9 min walk).

Origins and architecture of the Taj Mahal, Agra

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Origins and architecture of the Taj Mahal – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Taj Mahal, Agra

Black Taj Mahal, Agra

Tomb of I'timād-ud-Daulah, Agra

Mehtab Bagh, Agra

Musamman Burj, Agra

Saket College, Agra

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Origins and architecture of the Taj Mahal?