Taj Mahal

And You know what the Taj Mahal where is Taj Mahal? I think each of you knows the full answers to these questions. The Taj Mahal is the mausoleum-mosque, and it is in India. But today I'd like to tell you more about one of the seven wonders of the world, which was built by man — the Taj Mahal.

So, Taj Mahal is the mausoleum — mosque, which is a great reminder of history and a masterpiece of architecture. It was built in 1630 by a decree of the ruler Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal., who died in childbirth fourteenth child, after 18 years of marriage with the Shah. Is the Taj Mahal on the banks of the river Yamuna on the outskirts of Agra, which is located 200 km South of the city of Delhi (capital of India).

By the way, for those who are interested "the Taj" is translated as a Palace with a dome. But the Taj Mahal is considered, because here are the tombs of Shah Jahan and his wife Mumtaz Mahal.

The size of the Taj Mahal is impressive, the complex includes in addition to the mosque, also the minarets, jawab and a large gate. Also there is a small Museum where the main exhibits are the portraits of the spouses, the original Mongol miniatures, gold and silver coins of the XVII century, plates that changed colour if they lozhili food poison.

The size of the mosque is really impressive. It is a five carbon building with a height of about 74 meters, where in the corners there are 4 minarets. The height of the main dome is 35 meters. On the tops of all the domes located Persian figures. The luxury of this structure is easy to see even in the walls where white marble is encountered inclusions of gemstones.

Separate deserve admiration gate, which is decorated with marble arches, a variety of cupolas and four corner towers.

By the way, to build this wonderful miracle created by human hands, had to work about 20 000 different kinds of masters for about 22 years. The architecture of the building combines different styles from Persian to Indian and Islamic.

Around the Taj Mahal is amazingly beautiful gardens of Char Bagh (four garden) and a pool with a fountain, which only complement the amazing beauty of the mosque.

By the way, Taj Mahal is pretty easy to get to from Delhi, where there is a direct train to Agra, which allows a couple of hours to be in place. Keep in mind that on Fridays Taj Mahal is not working, so the train doesn't go.

Perhaps you are wondering when is the best time to visit Taj Mahal? The best time is early morning, when the snow-white mosque stands in the rays of the blinding sun. Plus early arrival will allow you to , for as long as possible to enjoy this place and its beauty.

By the way, the Taj Mahal in its own way is amazingly beautiful and in the moonlight, so that you can stay until closing!