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What would a black Taj Mahal have looked like?

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There is no historical basis for believing that Shah Jehan intended to build a mausoleum in black that mirrored the Taj Mahal. There are some tiles that were found but have been proven to be discolored white tiles that appeared black. read more

The Black Taj Mahal was supposed to be made from black marble and would have provided an excellent contrast with the original white one. The black Taj Mahal is said to have been planned to be built across the Yamuna (or Jamuna)river opposite the Taj Mahal. read more

The Taj Mahal is one of the most recognized architecture in the world. And, the Black Taj Mahal is a popular but intriguing mystery that has become complementary part of the Taj Mahal. If we look back, the origin of the story is based upon the two sources; written notes from a contemporary traveller, and age old prevailing-belief of the people of Agra. read more

The Black Taj Mahal ("Black Taj", "Kaala Taj", also "the 2nd Taj") is a legendary black marble mausoleum that is said to have been planned to be built across the Yamuna River opposite the Taj Mahal in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India. read more