Description 
In 1631, the empress Mumtaz Mahal died at childbirth, leaving her husband, 
the mighty emperor Shah Jahan, soaked in grief. Out of this sadness was born 
the 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 the 
world. It symbolised Shah Jahan's love for his wife, and was a statement of 
Mughal power and splendour. 
In Taj Mahal, Tilottama Shome, an architect herself by training, lucidly narrates the 
story of the Mughal dynasty and how the Taj Mahal came to be built. Accompanied 
by detailed plans, maps, illustrations and photographs, it explains how the Taj was 
designed, the deep symbols that lie hidden everywhere in its plan, and the stories 
of the people who built it-from a mighty emperor to renowned architects to the 
humble stoneworkers and masons who worked on it for years. 
As wonderful as it is moving, this beautifully designed book will educate 
young readers on their heritage, as well as inspire them to create and 
appreciate beauty for themselves. 
Forthcoming in the Magnificent Monuments of India series: The Kailash 
Temple at Ellora

Taj Mahal the Story of a Wonder of the World

Shome, Tilottama

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Taj Mahal the Story of a Wonder of the World