Some Facts about Taj Mahal
The Taj Mahal reigns supreme as one of the most recognizable and iconic images of India. Its delicate minarets, gracefully curved archways, and ice cream scoop domes have led many to make the pilgrimage to stand at its entrance and wonder at its grandeur. The wonder isn’t only found in its construction. Here stands a building that is as rich in history as it is in opulent marble. To help better appreciate this history, we have compiled a list of the 10 most interesting facts about Taj Mahal. It is estimated to have taken more than 22,000 people to build this impressive building including laborers, painters, stonecutters, embroidery artists, and many others. According to legend, it is believed that Emperor Shah Jahan had planned to construct another Taj Mahal in black marble on the other side of the river but the war with his sons interrupted his plans. The Taj Mahal takes on different coloring at different times of the day, from a pinkish hue in...

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