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The Taj Mahal, located in Agra, is a popular tourist destination. Tourists from all over the world come to see the Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Here are some fascinating facts about this beautiful monument.
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This beautiful edifice was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved Begum Mumtaz Mahal, who passed away while giving birth to her 14th child.
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The construction of the Taj Mahal commenced in 1632 and was completed in 1653. It took 22 years to build this magnificent structure.
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Over 20,000 workers were employed to construct the Taj Mahal. The cost of building this exquisite monument at that time was approximately 32 crore rupees.
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White marble was primarily used to construct the Taj Mahal, and it was sourced from various countries.
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The four minarets of the Taj Mahal are slightly tilted outwards. These minarets were strategically built in this manner to ensure that, in the event of an earthquake, they would fall away from the central mausoleum, preventing damage.
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How many of you know that the color of the Taj Mahal changes three times a day? It appears pink in the morning, milky white in the afternoon, and golden in the moonlight.
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