Whose Land is Agra's Taj Mahal Built on

Author: Nikshey Dhiman Date: 04/02/2024

Credit: Google Images

Taj Mahal

One of the wonders of the world Taj Mahal is situated in Agra and it is a beautiful tourist destination.

Credit: Google Images

Built

The Taj Mahal was built by Shah Jahan in the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz.

Credit: Google Images

Tomb

A guest house and a mosque are part of the 17-hectare (42-acre) complex that is centered around the tomb.

Credit: Google Images

Duration

Although the mausoleum's construction was essentially finished in 1643, other project phases required an additional ten years of work.

Credit: Google Images

Cost

It is thought that the Taj Mahal complex was finished in its entirety in 1653, for a cost estimated to have been around ₹32 million. This translates to about ₹35 billion (US$498 million) in 2023.

Credit: Google Images

Jai Singh 

Shah Jahan was mesmerized by the splendor of the property on which Raja Jai Singh I's mansion stood on the southern edge of Agra.

Credit: Google Images

Taj Mahal on the Land

Shah Jahan selected this location for the construction of Mumtaz's tomb, and Jai Singh consented to give it to the emperor.

Credit: Google Images

Mouni Roy to Kiara Advani; Top 10 celebrity backless blouse designs

Credit: Google Images