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India Monuments
India has over fifty famous monuments categorized as mausoleums, memorials, or former royal complexes. The Taj Mahal is an Indian monument listed as a World Heritage site. The oldest monument is the Pattadal, built around the 700s.
546 Questions
What is the closest international airport to the taj mahal?
That would be Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi. Taj Mahal would be about a 4 hour car ride from there
What is the longitude and latitude of the Taj Mahal?
Taj Mahal (Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282001, India): 27.174991, 78.042155
Which monument did Sher Shah Suri built?
Tomb of Sher Shah Suri...
Heres some info!
The tomb of Sher Shah Suri is in the Sasaram town of Bihar state, India. The tomb was built in memory of Emperor Sher Shah Suri, a Pathan from Bihar who defeated the Mughal Empire and founded the Suri Empire in northern India. He died in an accidental gunpowder explosion in the fort of Kalinjar on 10th day of Rabi' al-awwal, A.H. 952 or 13 May 1545 AD.
Present condition of charminar and golconda fort and how can they be preserved?
the present condition of charminar is a bit good than golconn spite of it being dwarfed by present day buildings, the Charminar has not lost its erstwhile majesty and continues to attract travellers.
What is the effect of air pollution on red fort?
The effect of pollution on red fort is very harmful. Because there are a number of pollutants which are created from the air pollution. These particles settle down on the walls of the red fort which results in the discoloration of the red fort giving it a dull color due to which the beauty of our rich cultural heritage of INDIA becomes very low.
Why was red fort granted the world heritage site?
New Delhi's Red Fort Complex became a World Heritage site in 2007, the reason cited by the UNESCO organization being its "Oustanding Universal Value." Specifically this means the Red Fort Complex displays an excellent "fusion of Islamic, Persian, Timurid and Hindu traditions", the building's architecture is notable for its influence on other works in Rajasthan, Delhi, Agra among other places, and as a symbol of power since the reign of Shah Jahan this building stands testament to history which shaped the area's very regional identity.
1: It's in Delhi. 2: It's made out of red sandstone, which means it wasn't painted. 3: It was built from 1639 to 1648. 4: If you read he previous fact, you could have figured out that it took 8 years to build. 5: Vikramaditya the 3rd built it. 6: Vikramaditya the 3rd built it to be a palace.
How does the taj mahal impact society?
The Taj Mahal impacts society due to the amazing Islamic and Indian structure showing the creativity and genius of Shah Jahan (creater of the Taj Mahal Mausoleum). It is a symbol of cultural diversity, love and devotion. It is also a huge impact on society because it is the final resting place of Shah Jahan's favourite wife.
Is taj mahal made up of metamorphic rocks?
No! Actually it is made out of sedimentary rock. Marble is an example.
How do you maintain the taj mahal from acid rain?
The Taj Mahal is prevented from acid rain as , there are no factories or poluted places built a hundred kilometers near the taj mahal , that is what maybe saves it from acid rain !
Who built the Meenakshi Temple in India?
The
original temple was built by Kulasekara Pandya, but the entire
credit for making the temple as splendid as it is today goes to the
Nayaks
What is the foundation depth of thanjavur bragadeeshwara temple?
I recently came to know it 10 Feet. I do not have any evidence for this.
