It is considered a masterpiece of Mughal architecture.
Commissioned by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, who died in 1631, the Taj Mahal was completed 17 years later in 1648.
The structure symbolizes eternal love and is considered one of the finest examples of Indo-Islamic architecture, blending Persian, Turkish, and Indian styles.
It was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983.
