Who owned land Taj Mahal was built on?

Dec 27, 2024, 02:36 PM IST

Who owned land Taj Mahal was built on?

Pravrajya Suruchi

The Taj Mahal is regarded as a symbol of love worldwide, but have you ever wondered where the land for its construction came from?

The original owner of the land on which the Taj Mahal stands remains a topic of curiosity among history enthusiasts.

The land for the Taj Mahal was originally part of the Kachwaha Rajputs' estate in Amer, Rajasthan.

Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan struck a unique agreement with the rulers of Amer to acquire the land.

Shah Jahan gave four havelis to the Kachwaha kings of Amer in exchange for the land that would be used for the Taj Mahal.

The land, once a prized possession of the Rajputs, was selected by Shah Jahan for the construction of the Taj Mahal.

This agreement between the Mughal emperor and the Rajput kings is seen as an important historical event.

The Taj Mahal, while being a symbol of love, also stands as a representation of diplomacy between rulers and emperors.

This information is not DNA's opinion but obtained from media reports

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