Beauty Behind Taj Mahal
Taj Mahal, the magnificent monument that stands at the heart of India
has a story that has been melting the hearts of millions of listeners
since the time Taj has been visible. A story, that although ended back
in 1631, continues to live on in the form of Taj and is considered a
living example of eternal love.
It's the love story of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal, two people from the
course of history who set an example for the people living in present
and the future to come. It was in the year 1628 that Shah Jahan became the Emperor and
entrusted Arjumand Banu with the royal seal. He also bestowed her with
the title of Mumtaz Mahal, meaning the "Jewel of the Palace". Though
Shah Jahan had other wives also, but, Mumtaz Mahal was his favorite and
accompanied him everywhere, even on military campaigns.
Sometime after her death, Shah Jahan undertook the task of erecting the
world's most beautiful monument in the memory of his beloved. It took 22
years and the labor of 22,000 workers to construct the monument.
When
Shah Jahan died in 1666, his body was placed in a tomb next to the tomb
of Mumtaz Mahal. This magnificent monument came to be known as "Taj
Mahal" and now counts amongst the Seven Wonders of the World. This is
the true story of the Taj Mahal of India, which has mesmerized many
people with its bewitching beauty.
