Taj Mahal is a mausoleum in India, in the city of Agra. It was built in 1631-1653. built by about 20,000 people. Mughal emperor Shahjahan built it as a mausoleum in honor of his wife Arjumand Banu Begum, also known as Mumtaz Mahal.

It was built in 1631-1653. built by about 20,000 people. Mughal emperor Shahjahan built it as a mausoleum in honor of his wife Arjumand Banu Begum, also known as Mumtaz Mahal.

The entire complex covers an area of about 17 hectares. in 1983 The Taj Mahal is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.