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Published: July 15th 2009
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The Taj is supposedly a symbol of eternal love but is rather a reflection of “the emperor’s meglomania, and unrivalled vanity than his legendary romantic disposition” - India Rough Guide. The Mughla emperor Shah Jahan had it built as a tomb for his wife after the birth of their fourteenth child. It cost 41 million rupees, 20 thousand men, and 20 years to build. It has 500 kilos o...
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Sarah
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"combo-platter" - you were in Mr. Duffy's class, eh? i love reading about your trip - hope you are having a great time and learning a lot!