Taj Mahal: Agra’s Monument of Love Endures Amid Preservation and Identity Debates
The Taj Mahal, India’s iconic white marble mausoleum, stands at 372 years as a global symbol of Mughal artistry and romantic devotion, yet its legacy is intertwined with modern challenges of preservation and cultural contestation. Commissioned in 1632 by Emperor Shah Jahan and completed in 1653, this UNESCO World Heritage Site in Agra continues to captivate millions, while navigating the pressures of tourism, environmental degradation, and historical reinterpretation. The Taj Mahal’s origins trace to Shah Jahan’s grief over the death of his wife Mumtaz Mahal, who died in 1631 during…
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