The Taj Mahal
Taj Mahal in the day
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Taj Mahal at Night
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Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan and his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal.
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What is this place?
The Taj Mahal is an islamic mausoleum that was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal.
The Taj Mahal is considered the finest example of Mughal architecture, a style that combines elements from Persian, Indian, and Islamic architectural styles.
Taj Mahal was constructed with white marble in 1631, employing twenty thousand workers. It was completed in 1653 at a cost of 32 Million Rupees.
In 1983, the Taj Mahal became a UNESCO World Heritage Site .
Where is this place?
Agra, India
Why do tourists visit this place?
Tourists visit the Taj Mahal as they are touched by Shal Mahal’s construction of Mumtaz Mahal monument of love, purity and unparalleled beauty. Tourists also visit this place, to learn and to appreciate the history behind the building of the Taj Mahal.
It is said that Shah Mahal was heartbroken after Mumtaz Mahal died when she gave birth to their 14th child. He ordered the court into morning for two years. After that, Shah Jahan undertook the task of erecting the world's most beautiful monument in the memory of his beloved. It took 22 years and the labor of 20,000 workers to construct the monument, which is also said to be the last wish of Mumtaz Mahal. This magnificent monument came to be known as "Taj Mahal" and now counts amongst the Seven Wonders of the World.
Tourists also visit the Taj Mahal to admire the beauty of the architecture under different lights, and to appreciate the detailed and attractive designs that has been built on the flawlessly proportional Taj Mahal that has remained standing since it was built in 1631.
In the morning, Taj Mahal veils with mist and immersed in a soft red glow. The reflection of the sunlight falling on its white marble facade changes color from soft gray and yellow to pearly cream and dazzling white, as the day passes.
Taj Mahal looks the most splendid during night time, especially at moonlit night because rays of the moon light up the entire monument and lend it a faint silvery glow.
(Are there negative environmental impacts on the Taj Mahal due to tourism?)
Firstly, improper waste disposal has brought negative impacts on the Taj Mahal. Wastes such as drink cans, bottles and food that has not been disposed properly by the tourist at the Taj Mahal causes the Taj Mahal to be polluted and to appear messy and unsightly.
Secondly, tourists may cause the Taj Mahal to wear and tear. The shoes that has been abrading the floors and the touching of the sculptures in Taj Mahal may cause erosion to the monument. As the Taj Mahal erodes, it may collapse and lead to massive environmental problems such as noise, air, water and land pollution, and cause the spread of diseases due to lack of sanitation caused by pollution.
(Are there positive impacts on India’s society and culture with tourists visiting Taj Mahal? )
With tourists visiting the Taj Mahal, there will be an exchange of values as the presence of tourists provides an opportunity for interaction between the locals and the tourists. This promotes better understanding of cultures and social practices. By learning and exchanging experiences with one another, tourists and locals are able to enrich their understanding of cultures of one another.
With locals interacting with the tourists, the locals may be more aware of their heritage as tourists shows interest in the local culture and history. Over time, the local people may more actively preserve the custom and practices that are part of their heritage as a result of increase in awareness. Tourism can therefore, help to preserve cultural and historical traditions as well as the building of the Taj Mahal.
What are the sources of information for this place?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taj_Mahal
http://www.tajmahal.org.uk/index.html
http://www.scribd.com/doc/3261360/GSImpact-of-Tourism
DONE BY: Charissa Chua 4M , Tng WeeLi 4M
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Question 1:
What is this place?
- Taj Mahal is one of the Seven Wonders in the world. It is considered one of the most beautiful buildings in the world and the finest example of the late style of Indian Islamic architecture.The building, which was completed between 1632 and 1638, was designed by the local Muslim architect Ustad Ahmad Lahori; set in its carefully laid out grounds, it is a reflection of the gardens of Paradise to which the faithful ascend. The entire complex, with gardens, gateway structures, and mosque, was completed in 1648.
Question 2:
Where is this place?
- Mausoleum complex on the southern bank of the Yamuna River, outside Agra, India.
Question 3:
Why do tourists visit this place?
-Tourists visit this place is because of the touching story that happened. Taj Mahal is a symbol of love from the grandson of akbar, Shah Jahan, to his dead wife (mumtaz mahal) who died after giving birth to her fourteenth son. Because he loved her so much he built it for her as a tomb.
-Tourists visit this place is also because of the wonderful architecture of the Taj Mahal. Its stunning architectural beauty is beyond adequate description, particularly at dawn and sunset. The Taj Mahal seems to glow in the light of the full moon. On a foggy morning, the visitors experience the Taj Mahal as if suspended when viewed from across the Jamuna river.
Question 4:
What are the sources of information for this place?
-http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taj_Mahal
-http://www.answers.com/topic/taj-mahal
-http://www.islamicity.com/culture/Taj/default.htm
-http://www.greatbuildings.com/buildings/Taj_Mahal.html
- Taj Mahal is one of the Seven Wonders in the world. It is considered one of the most beautiful buildings in the world and the finest example of the late style of Indian Islamic architecture.The building, which was completed between 1632 and 1638, was designed by the local Muslim architect Ustad Ahmad Lahori; set in its carefully laid out grounds, it is a reflection of the gardens of Paradise to which the faithful ascend. The entire complex, with gardens, gateway structures, and mosque, was completed in 1648.
Question 2:
Where is this place?
- Mausoleum complex on the southern bank of the Yamuna River, outside Agra, India.
Question 3:
Why do tourists visit this place?
-Tourists visit this place is because of the touching story that happened. Taj Mahal is a symbol of love from the grandson of akbar, Shah Jahan, to his dead wife (mumtaz mahal) who died after giving birth to her fourteenth son. Because he loved her so much he built it for her as a tomb.
-Tourists visit this place is also because of the wonderful architecture of the Taj Mahal. Its stunning architectural beauty is beyond adequate description, particularly at dawn and sunset. The Taj Mahal seems to glow in the light of the full moon. On a foggy morning, the visitors experience the Taj Mahal as if suspended when viewed from across the Jamuna river.
Question 4:
What are the sources of information for this place?
-http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taj_Mahal
-http://www.answers.com/topic/taj-mahal
-http://www.islamicity.com/culture/Taj/default.htm
-http://www.greatbuildings.com/buildings/Taj_Mahal.html
Done by: Abigail Chan 4M, Yong Yuan Ning 4M
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The Taj Mahal
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Question 1:
What is this place?
- Taj Mahal is regarded as one of the eight wonders of the world, and some Western historians have noted that its architectural beauty has never been surpassed. The Taj is the most beautiful monument built by the Mughals, the Muslim rulers of India. Taj Mahal is built entirely of white marble.Taj Mahal was built by a Muslim, Emperor Shah Jahan (died 1666 C.E.) in the memory of his dear wife and queen Mumtaz Mahal at Agra, India. It is an "elegy in marble" or some say an expression of a "dream." Taj Mahal (meaning Crown Palace) is a Mausoleum that houses the grave of queen Mumtaz Mahal at the lower chamber. The grave of Shah Jahan was added to it later. Taj Mahal was constructed over a period of twenty-two years, employing twenty thousand workers. It was completed in 1648 C.E. at a cost of 32 Million Rupees.
Question 2:
Where is this place?
- On the banks of river Yamuna in Agra, India.
Question 3:
Why do tourists visit this place?
- Many people visit the Taj Mahal because it is the sacred to the Sikhs like the Muslims go to hajj once in their life time because of the stories behind Makkah and Medina.
The glory of the monument is strangely undiminished by the crowds of tourists who visit each day, as small and insignificant as ants in the face of this immense and captivating monument. That said, the Taj is at its most alluring in the relative quiet of early morning, shrouded in mists and bathed with a soft red glow. As its vast marble surfaces fall into shadow or reflect the sun, its colour changes, from soft grey and yellow to pearly cream and dazzling white; it's well worth visiting at different times. This play of light is an important decorative device, symbolically implying the presence of Allah, who is never represented in anthropomorphic form.
The Taj Mahal shows a different aspect of beauty at different times of the day. The sight of the Taj awash with the subtle pinks of dawn is an unforgettable sight. Sunsets stain the Taj an exotic shade of orange. But nothing beats the poignant beauty of the Taj seen when the cool white marble is bathed in the soft silver light of the moon. Even in the bright light of the day, this wonder of the world shines with an awe-inspiring loveliness.
There's no time limit on visits to the Taj, and some people spend most of the day here, sitting, reading, dozing or picnicking in the beautifully kept gardens. Hawkers and salesmen are not allowed in, and official guides are not available on site, but can usually be provided by hotels, and always accompany organized tours. The ticket office, just outside the western gate, is rarely blocked by long queues, except between 4 and 5 pm before the admission fee increases; bring the right amount of money as the ticket booth attendants rarely have change and tend to pocket the difference.
Question 4:
What are the sources of information for this place?
- http://www.taj-mahal-travel-tours.com/visit-taj-mahal.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taj_Mahal
http://www.islamicity.com/culture/Taj/default.htm
http://www.tajmahal.org.uk/
(Qn 5: What kind of threats is the Taj Mahal facing?
- The Taj Mahal is facing environmental pollution on the banks of Yamuna River including acid rain due to the Mathura Oil Refinery, which was opposed by Supremem Court of India directives. The pollution has been turning the Taj Mahal yellow. To help control the pollution, the Indian government has set up the Taj Trapezium Zone (TTZ), a 10,400 square kilometer (4,015 square mile) area around the monument where strict emissions standards are in place.)
(Qn 6: How many tourists does the Taj Mahal attract each year?
- The Taj Mahal attracts from 2 to 4 million visitors annually, with more than 200,000 from overseas. Most tourists visit in the cooler months of October, November and February.)
Done by : Chin Pei Wern 4D, Natalie Tan 4D
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