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Who built the Taj Mahal in memory of his wife?
Who built the Taj Mahal in memory of his wife?
What is the primary material used in the construction of the Taj Mahal?
What is the primary material used in the construction of the Taj Mahal?
What characteristic shape does the central dome of the Taj Mahal resemble?
What characteristic shape does the central dome of the Taj Mahal resemble?
How high is the central dome of the Taj Mahal?
How high is the central dome of the Taj Mahal?
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What type of chamber is found in the interior of the Taj Mahal?
What type of chamber is found in the interior of the Taj Mahal?
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Flashcards
What is the Taj Mahal?
What is the Taj Mahal?
The Taj Mahal is a stunning white marble mausoleum built in Agra, India by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan as a tribute to his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal.
Who designed the Taj Mahal?
Who designed the Taj Mahal?
Ustad Isa Khan, a skilled architect, designed the Taj Mahal, carefully crafting its intricate details and proportions.
Why is the Taj Mahal on a platform?
Why is the Taj Mahal on a platform?
The Taj Mahal is strategically positioned on a raised platform, elevating its grandeur and providing a panoramic view.
What purpose do the minarets serve in the Taj Mahal?
What purpose do the minarets serve in the Taj Mahal?
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How is pietra dura used in the Taj Mahal?
How is pietra dura used in the Taj Mahal?
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Study Notes
Akbar's Social Reforms
- Akbar issued orders to stop Sati
- Akbar legalized widow remarriage
- Akbar opposed men having more than one wife unless the first wife couldn't have children
- Akbar raised the marriage age to 14 for girls and 16 for boys
Taj Mahal
- Built by Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal
- Designed by Ustad Isa Khan
- Constructed of pure white marble
- Built on a high platform
- Has four minarets
- Central dome reaches 56.1 meters
- Interior has an octagonal chamber
- Central dome resembles an inverted lotus
- Walls decorated with floral designs made of semi-precious stones (pietra dura)
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Explore the significant social reforms introduced by Akbar, including measures against Sati and support for widow remarriage. Additionally, learn about the architectural marvel of the Taj Mahal, built by Shah Jahan in memory of Mumtaz Mahal, and its exquisite design features.
