Far from being an ordinary monument, it is love itself, immortalized in marble. The construction of the Taj Mahal began in 1632. It took 21 years to complete its construction with the help of the best talents, and about 20,000 workers who worked under the watchful eyes of Shah Jahan himself. The money flowed from the royal treasury. The plan was conceived around the Islamic concept of Paradise where a gigantic white dome, shining like a pearl, rises, supported at the four corners by pillars from which the rivers of grace flow. The massive square on which stands the Taj Mahal represents the material universe, the main edifice, octagonal, the transitional phase, while the dome itself symbolizes the celestial vault, the dome uniting Heaven and Earth. Taj Mahal Travel Packages make it easy to experience its charm.
The Taj is characterized everywhere by the symmetry of its planes and the balance of its forms, whether it be the shape of the four minarets, the cupolas, the arc within a rectangle, the flat -form marble or walks in red sandstone leading to the mausoleum. Even the mosque and the guest pavilion, one on the right and the other on the left of the Taj are identical. Outside the Taj Mahal, the bas-reliefs sculpted in the marble, are of perfect elegance. The inlays of precious stones are without parallel. Their beauty, their delicacy, the graceful flowing lines seem to contradict the fact that all this was laboriously cut with a cold chisel. This stone masonry is everywhere, on the tombs in the crypt, on the cenotaph, on the main building. Thirty five different varieties of precious stones were used, carnelian and gold-spotted lapis lazuli being particularly preferred for their colour and luminosity. Sometimes, fifty small pieces of precious stones cut, chiselled to the required shapes and fixed in place form a single flower. The allure of the Taj, especially at sunrise, sunset, or a full-moon night, is unparalleled. With exquisitely designed Taj Mahal Tour Packages, travelers can explore not only the majestic Taj but also other historical gems of Agra like Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri.
The Taj has a lovely four-branch canal leading to the building, dividing the garden into four and accentuating the complex complexity. Lined with rows of cypresses of a suitably dark appearance, the river serves as a mirror to reflect the perfection of the Taj. Bespoke Agra tour itineraries ensure a visit to this iconic wonder. Taj Mahal Holiday Packages promises to be an unforgettable encounter with history, artistry, and romance.
For those seeking personalized experiences, tailor-made Taj Mahal Vacation Packages cater to unique preferences, ensuring every moment is memorable. Taj Mahal is always beautiful but to view Taj Mahal at the time of either sunrise or sunset or full-moon night. Customized Taj Mahal tours are available to cater to every unique requirement or longings of a traveler. Taj Mahal tours offer opportunity to view some other famous historical monuments of Agra like Agra Fort, Sikandara, Fatehpur Sikri, Tomb of It-Mad-ud - Daula etc.
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