Taj Mahal

Agra Taj Mahal represents the culmination of Mughal architecture, with all the sophistication and aesthetic appeal that comes with it. Emperor Shah Jahan built it as a magnificent monument of refined elegance and superb craftsmanship for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. The Taj not only incorporates and expands the design traditions of Persian and earlier Mughal architecture, but it also creates a new dimension to the architectural vision.

Located on the banks of the Yamuna River in Agra, the Taj Mahal is an epitome of architectural grandeur, known across the world as a teardrop on the cheek of time. The dazzling beauty of the Taj is carved out of immaculate white marble, with aesthetic application of decorative features such as captivating motifs in pietra dura and calligraphy.