India Monuments

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Saj Jahan is the person who made the Taj Mahal a prayer place for Indians, he made it for his wife in India. Now he is dead with his wife which graves are in the Taj Mahal. People go over there from all over the world to see this marvelous place made from marble only. And on this show I saw they asked the security guard of the Taj Mahal if there were any ghost and he assumes theres the ghost of Saj Jahan and his wife together always doing something all day.

Shah Jahan

No, Hawa Mahal was not built in the medieval period; it was constructed in 1799 during the reign of Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh in Jaipur, India. This iconic structure, also known as the "Palace of Winds," was designed in the Rajput architectural style and features a unique façade with numerous windows and balconies. Its purpose was to allow royal women to observe street festivities without being seen.

No, Jantar Mantar is not a medieval monument; it was constructed in the 18th century. Built by Maharaja Jai Singh II of Jaipur between 1724 and 1734, Jantar Mantar is an astronomical observatory that showcases a collection of architectural astronomical instruments. It reflects the advanced scientific knowledge of that era rather than the medieval period.

The Taj Mahal was not built by slaves; it was constructed by skilled artisans and laborers. Historical accounts suggest that thousands of craftsmen, including stonemasons, marble workers, and calligraphers, were employed and compensated for their work. The project was commissioned by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal and took around 22 years to complete, from 1632 to 1653. While there were reports of forced labor in some aspects of the Mughal Empire, the majority of those involved in the Taj Mahal's construction were likely paid workers.

The Old Fort, also known as Fort William, primarily utilized locally sourced materials for its construction, including brick, stone, and mortar. The use of these materials was essential for creating a durable structure capable of withstanding military assaults. Additionally, the fort's design incorporated bastions and ramparts to enhance its defensive capabilities.

Jantar Mantar is a collection of astronomical observatories built in the 18th century by Maharaja Jai Singh II in India. The most famous of these observatories is located in Jaipur, where a series of architectural structures and instruments were constructed to measure celestial positions and time. Each instrument serves a specific purpose, such as tracking the sun's movement, and they exemplify the scientific advancements of the era. Today, Jantar Mantar is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and attracts visitors for its historical and astronomical significance.

The Hawa Mahal, located in Jaipur, India, was completed in 1799. It was built during the reign of Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II and took approximately 15 years to construct, showcasing a blend of Rajput and Mughal architectural styles. The palace is renowned for its intricate façade and numerous windows, designed to allow royal women to observe street life without being seen.

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The Taj Mahal is the resting place of The emperors wife who died in childbirth.

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Trade is important so countries/civilazations can get resources they need that cant be found where they live

Bijapur Gol Gumbaz is one of the most stunning monuments that can leave the viewer mesmerised long after one has gone away from the place .

Located almost in the middle of Bijapur town in North Karnataka, about 590 km from Bangalore, Bijapur Gol Gumbaz was built by Mohammad Adil Shah of the famous Adil Shahi dynasty sometime around 1650 AD. The structure was essentially built as a mausoleaum for him and he is buried inside with some family members.

Bijapur Gol Gumbaz is a magnificent building, and is a cubical structure topped by an unsupported dome that stretches 38 metres across in diameter is said to be the largest in Asia and second only to Rome's St Peter's Basilica. At its centre, it rises almost 200 feet and is enclosed by majestic octagonal towers at the four corners. The entire structure set amidst landscaped lawns and makes for an impressive sight. Inside, on the ground level are the tombs, while a narrow and steep set of steps leads to a gallery inside the dome. This is the most unique thing about the Bijapur Gol Gumbaz and is called the whispering gallery, as even the slightest whisper is magnified and echoed many times and can be heard clearly all around. During the peak tourist season however, the whispering gallery becomes shouting gallery due to the profusion of tourists, especially school children.

Bijapur Gol Gumbaz is maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India, who also maintain a small museum on the premises which showcase a variety of artefacts and items of use such as martial clothes, armour, arms and ammunition, clothes, ornaments and other things belonging to the Shah dynasty rulers and royal household.

The Charminar is made of limestone, granite, mortar and pulverised marble.

Taj Mahal is a palace mainly as the name refers [Taj:crown and mahal:palace i.e. crown of palaces] but people think it as a tomb as Shah Jahan has built this in the memory of his 3rd wife Mumtaz Mahal

Yes, I think Charminar is undoubtedly one of the historical monument of India. I thinks WHS should include in world heritage site list.

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Pollution mainly effects the Taj mahal. It eats away at the Marble and some of the Taj mahal had to be replaced because of this. Look up the effects on the Taj Mahal from pollution to find out more.