Video - The Taj Mahal: Love's Eternal Tribute

The Making of the Taj Mahal: A Monument to Love The Taj Mahal, one of the most breathtaking monuments in the world, was built in the 17th century by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. But what makes it truly extraordinary isn’t just its beauty—it’s the love story behind it. In 1631, Shah Jahan’s beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal, died during childbirth, and the emperor’s grief was immense. Determined to honor her, he commissioned the construction of the Taj Mahal, a mausoleum of white marble, intricately designed to represent eternal love. The monument took over 20 years to complete, employing thousands of workers and artists. But the story took a tragic turn—Shah Jahan, once filled with love, was later overthrown by his son, who imprisoned him for the remainder of his life. In his final years, he could only gaze at the Taj Mahal from his prison cell, a reminder of his lost love.