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The Taj Mahal : A wonder of the world

July 18th, 2007 admin No comments

The crowning jewel of Indo-Islamic architecture, the Taj Mahal is one of the world’s most beautiful and beloved structures. The monument was built in Agra, India, for Mumtaz Mahal, the favorite wife of Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. Construction of the tomb began in 1632 and employed more than 20,000 laborers for 20 years. During [...]

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New 7 Wonders: From Taj Mahal to the Great Wall

July 8th, 2007 admin No comments

Lady Liberty was left behind. But the Great Wall of China, Rome’s Colosseum, India’s Taj Mahal and three architectural marvels from Latin America are among the new seven wonders of the world, according to a global poll released yesterday.

Jordan’s Petra is the seventh winner, and Peru’s Machu Picchu, Brazil’s Statue of Christ Redeemer and [...]

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