It is a mausoleum built in memory of the Shah’s wife, Mumtaz Mahal. She died in the child birth of her 14 th child. 4 sons and 2 daughters were especially. The relationship between the Shah and Mumtaz began early and they were inseparable. Their’s is truly the most beautiful love story. The Taj Mahal is considered the greatest monument to love. Originally it was only meant for her, but later, thanks to his daughters, he was too buried in Taj Mahal, their bodies side by side for eternity.
It really is the most beautiful architecture and the most romantic creation. Laura loved it all, the mausoleum, the gardens, birds and butterflies, the famous gate and water ways.
A 1000 elephants were used to transport materials from all over India and Asia. The marble was brought from Makrana. It has unique properties and is itself such a wonder. I loved the inlaid flowers each delicately hand laid. Carnelian from Arabia, Lapis Lazuli from Afghanistan, Jasper from northern India, Jade and crystal from China and turquoise from Tibet.
The tomb is on 42 acres with the onion dome building in the centre and a minaret on each side. Two further outlying buildings were built, one a mosque, for balance.
Callie Chan at Flight Centre Burnaby arranged the tour with Creative Travel +91 81 30 565777. The car and driver were exceptional. The tour guide, certified by the Government of India, a gentleman and historian, was a delight.
Laura and I loved the Taj Mahal. A tributary of the Ganges river flowed behind the Taj. Everyone was so friendly, young couples even asking us to join in their photos. It was a place of endless charm and romance.
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