How much marble was used to build the Taj Mahal?

Usually, this high quality marble is used in makinf sculptures and building decor. The Intricate work done on this marble increase it's beauty and this can be felt while standing in front of the walls of Taj Mahal. read more

It is impossible to derive at any figure. white marble Is seen throughout the complete taj mahal complex. It's main gate has it. Mosque has it. Deducing a figure is highly daunting. read more

The cost to build the Taj Mahal was about 35 million rupees, which would be about 1 million American dollars. In 1632 that would be an enormous amount of money to spend on a mausoleum. It was rumored that Shah Jahan had the hands cut off from the people who worked on the Taj Mahal once it was complete. read more