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Taj Mahal – The Taj Mahal, an architectural marvel
that sparkles, white marble inlaid with semi precious stones. What a romantic
building, built by Shah Jahan in the 17th century in memory of his (favorite)
wife, Mumtaz Mahal. And seeing it in person is truly memorable for
children! |
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What you don't see in all the photos is that during the day,
it's a busy place, filled with Indian families making a pilgrimage to the
Taj Mahal themselves. Here's what one of my boys wrote in his journal. "As we walked through the gate, we looked at the Taj Mahal. It looked as if it has perfect mirror symmetry but there were more people on left than on the right. We walked along the reflection pool, looking up at the shimmering images." |
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Kids will love to take off their shoes (as is required)
and slide around in sock or bare feet, feeling the smooth marble underfoot. |
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Tip: You can visit the Taj Mahal as a day trip from Delhi, but don't rush, you'll want to spend time just soaking up the glories of this amazing landmark. |
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Agra Fort – This massive red sandstone Agra Fort was the heart of the Mughal empire, and it's just boggling to look at, with cupolas, crennelations, double fortified walls, courtyards and royal palaces and pavillions. Home of Humayun, Akbar, Jahangir, Shah Jahan, and their wives and palace retinue, this fort is a "don't miss" on your visit to Agra. |
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Excellent introduction to the Taj Mahal and life in the Mogul kingdom, Agra at the time of Shah Jahan, building the tomb for his beloved wife, plus hidden gem facts – three globes on top of the dome represent humans, animals, and angels. (Chapter book)
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Pictorial overview of the Taj Mahal – story of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal, how the Taj
Mahal was built, details of exquisite inlay work and calligraphic designs
in the tomb. Two page spread of the complex and rich historical
illustrations. (Chapter book)
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Before you visit Agra Fort, find out about Nur Jahan, Jahangir's most important wife. Nur Jahan, "Light of the World," helped run the empire, hunted for tigers, designed architecture, wrote poetry, and invented perfume. (Picture)
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Jack and Annie are whirled back in time to Moguls, where they meet Shah Jahan and search for an emerald shaped like a rose. (Easy reader)
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