TAJ MAHAL THE STORY OF A WONDER OF THE WORLD

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DescriptionIn 1631, the empress Mumtaz Mahal died at childbirth, leaving her husband, the mighty emperor Shah Jahan, soaked in grief. Out of this sadness was bornthe idea of building a unique mausoleum or resting place for Mumtaz Mahal.The Taj Mahal went on to be considered the most beautiful building in theworld. It symbolised Shah Jahan's love for his wife, and was a statement ofMughal power and splendour.In Taj Mahal, Tilottama Shome, an architect herself by training, lucidly narrates thestory of the Mughal dynasty and how the Taj Mahal came to be built. Accompaniedby detailed plans, maps, illustrations and photographs, it explains how the Taj wasdesigned, the deep symbols that lie hidden everywhere in its plan, and the storiesof the people who built it-from a mighty emperor to renowned architects to thehumble stoneworkers and masons who worked on it for years.As wonderful as it is moving, this beautifully designed book will educateyoung readers on their heritage, as well as inspire them to create andappreciate beauty for themselves.Forthcoming in the Magnificent Monuments of India series: The KailashTemple at Ellora