BÀI 16: HISTORICAL PLACE

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The Taj Mahal

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In the city of Arga in northern India lies the mausoleum complex known as the Taj Mahal. Made of white marble and decorated with gemstones, the mausoleum is considered one of the most beautiful buildings in the world. It was built by a ruler named Shah Jahan as a monument and tomb for his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal. The construction began in 1632. 20,000 people from India, Persia and other countries worked for 22 years to complete the project.

The interior of the mausoleum is an eight-sided chamber that has monuments to Jahan and his wife. Beneath the monuments, at garden level, lie the actual tombs of Jahan and his wife. The Taj Mahal has been affected by pollution from nearby factories as well as from motor vehicles. However, steps are being taken to prevent further damage to the site. Some factories have been closed and vehicle traffic has been limited around the complex. In 1983, the Taj Mahal was designated as a World Heritage site by UNESCO.

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