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History and Myths of the Taj Mahal: Facts, Legends and Secrets

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  The Taj Mahal is famous for symbolizing love, but it holds many secrets beyond its stunning white marble. These stories have travelled from one ear to another for several generations, and their authenticity is waiting to be revealed. Located in the Indian city of Agra in Uttar Pradesh, the Taj Mahal was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal. It is believed the construction took 20 years and was finally completed in the year 1653. Thousands of artisans and craftsmen were employed for its completion. The Taj Mahal is considered the finest example of Mughal architecture and blends Indian, Persian, and Islamic styles. A lot can be read and written about its magnificent beauty, but the history of the Taj Mahal is richer than its beauty. It is one of the Seven Wonders of the World and also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Exploring the Hidden Stories Behind the Taj Mahal Picture Courtesy: Google Yet, beyond its architectural brilliance and romantic legacy...

The First Explorers of India: Who They Were and What They Found

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India has captured the imagination of the world since the ancient times. While some of the   first explorers of India   came to our shores seeking knowledge, others were captivated by the stories of our golden culture, while still others set their foot to discover the myriad riches of the land and to trade for the wide variety of unique wares that only our land yielded. It is truly fascinating to imagine that even when the means of travel were so limited, the curiosity of man forced him to forsake the comforts of his home and discover what the world has to offer. Picture Courtesy: Google Often times  the ancient explorers of India  did not just gain knowledge for themselves, they also contributed richly to our culture and had a great influence on the destiny of our land. When Adi Shakaracharya, the 8 th  Century philosopher, travelled from his ancestral village in Kerala to the heights of the Himalayas in Kashmir, he became a proponent of Advita Vedanta and help...