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Know More About The Taj Mahal Temple With John Kaldawi


John Kaldawi visited the Taj Mahal in the city of Agra in India.  It is a white marble building to house the tomb of the emperor Shah Jahan's favorite wife. The project was completed in 1653 and was built on 42 acre land.  While building, it employed over 20,000 people and costs in today's money over $800 million USD.  In 1983, it was designated as UNESCO site and is one of India's rich history.
Doing more research, John learned that Taj Mahal attracts over 8 million visitors a year.  It symbolizes the love of the emperor Shah Jahan to his wife Mumtaz Mahal, and the design contained the core traditions of Persia and Mughal architectural.
John Kaldawi also learned that the tomb was the central focus of the whole complex of Taj Mahal.  The exterior decorations were among the best in Mughal architectural and had many Islamic symbolism. 
John Kaldawi believes that the Taj Mahal is one of the most frequent  tourist attractions in the world. It has been an admiration for many, transcending beyond cultures and geographical location.  It is a must see for everyone.


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