Royal Treat: The Taj Mahal

Royal Treat: The Taj Mahal

One of the seven wonders of the World. The pride of India. The Taj Mahal.

This beautiful white historical monument regally stands high and bright—since 1648 (i.e. 360+ years passed by now). Best materials from around the world were imported. Best artisans were brought. Around 20 years of construction… History says that a thousand elephants also helped building this massive tomb. Imagine a large herd of elephants to help a ~~demolition~~ construction site!

Built by Emperor of India, His Imperial Majesty Shah Jahan, the Taj Mahal is a pinnacle of Mughal Architecture. It is a jewel of Muslim art in India. The monument is perfected in art—especially symmetric engineering, calligraphy and classic Islamic art & architecture. I’m sure, those every white marble bricks would certainly have stories of time embedded in them! Who knows, maybe the stones secretly tell them to the flirting air above the river Yamuna, flowing just behind.

My portrayal of this memorial has varied shades… Have a look:

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45 thoughts on “Royal Treat: The Taj Mahal”

autumnsunshine124 on November 30, 2011 at 12:38 am said:

Such beautiful photos

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- firasz on November 30, 2011 at 7:38 pm said:
  
  Glad you liked this one too! Thank you Autumn
  
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Paolo Photographer on November 30, 2011 at 3:25 am said:

I’ve never been to India, unfortunately. Seeing your pictures of the Taj Mahal, I think I have to go as soon as possible.
I like the first two pictures, especially the second, for the composition and colors.

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- firasz on November 30, 2011 at 7:45 pm said:
  
  I’m excited by your comment, Paolo Thank you…
  
  India would leave an impression you never ever had before. You should come with a less expectant mindset… who knows, you may be the one who stock up the treasures. You can find a bit of ‘everything’ in India. Try that.
  
  Cheers
  
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  - Paolo Photographer on December 5, 2011 at 1:12 am said:
    
    Thanks for the advice. I hope to visit it soon.
    I know I would make a lot of photos and I would remain fascinated by places like this.
    
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    - firasz on December 5, 2011 at 7:28 pm said:
      
      Wonderful
      
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True North Mark on November 30, 2011 at 5:59 am said:

Nice work there Firas!

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- firasz on November 30, 2011 at 7:46 pm said:
  
  Thank you for coming and stopping by, Mark ! Glad you liked them
  
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khushjenny on November 30, 2011 at 10:31 am said:

Wonderful photography

Amazing website:)

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- firasz on November 30, 2011 at 7:49 pm said:
  
  Thank you for coming in, khushjenny:)
  
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Donna Catterick on November 30, 2011 at 8:41 pm said:

Lovely shots. You are so fortunate to be able to be there. Thanks for sharing with those of us who cannot be there.

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- firasz on December 1, 2011 at 10:28 am said:
  
  Pleasure to read that. Thank you Donna
  
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Leovi on December 1, 2011 at 3:07 pm said:

Beautiful pictures, wonderful play of light and reflections and some nice views of this delicious wonder of the world, spectacular.

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- firasz on December 2, 2011 at 4:59 pm said:
  
  That’s a comforting comment Leovi! Thank you
  
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Robin from Israel on December 1, 2011 at 5:00 pm said:

Wonderful images, at the same time both majestic and strong and soft and yielding.

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- firasz on December 2, 2011 at 5:01 pm said:
  
  Dear Robin,
  I feel awesome reading this comment. You are a wonderful observer
  
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Ed on December 1, 2011 at 5:15 pm said:

Great shots, still one of the 7 wonders of the world in my book..:-)

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- firasz on December 2, 2011 at 5:09 pm said:
  
  Thank you Ed
  book..?
  
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ladyfi on December 1, 2011 at 7:30 pm said:

Oh wow! Such spectacular shots!

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- firasz on December 2, 2011 at 5:10 pm said:
  
  Glad you liked it Thank you ladyfi
  
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Ellen Andersen (@evandersen) on December 1, 2011 at 7:39 pm said:

Beautiful photos. Maybe I’ll get to see it in person someday.

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- firasz on December 2, 2011 at 5:11 pm said:
  
  Thank you for stopping by Ellen
  ‘m happy to see you liked it…
  Cheers
  
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Aravind on December 2, 2011 at 5:22 am said:

Very nice pics

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- firasz on December 2, 2011 at 5:13 pm said:
  
  I see the rhythm in your comment, Aravind
  Happy to see your words here dude
  Cheers
  
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Electra on December 2, 2011 at 6:10 am said:

Wow, what I would give to go there! Your lovely photos will have to satisfy me for now, though!

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- firasz on December 2, 2011 at 5:14 pm said:
  
  It’s so pleasing to read that. Thank you Electra
  
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johnstirlingphotography on December 2, 2011 at 7:20 pm said:

Lovely shots and it is a beautiful place! I particularly like the first and last shots, Firasz!

Cheers

John

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- firasz on December 3, 2011 at 10:56 am said:
  
  Thank you John for this charming comment
  
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WildBlack on December 3, 2011 at 11:38 am said:

It is indeed.. a royal treat! A must visit place in the whole world I would say. Great capture bro
I like the treatment on the second shot.. it gives that mysterious look for the picture.

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- firasz on December 4, 2011 at 6:25 pm said:
  
  Thank you WB That image is one of my favorite too…
  
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Nandini on December 3, 2011 at 4:44 pm said:

Beautiful captures. I love all of them, esp.. the second one.

Seriously, I have to visit Agra. How can I miss this wonder!

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- firasz on December 4, 2011 at 6:23 pm said:
  
  Thank you Nandini
  Before you visit Agra, I would like you to make a small revision of the history, and make sure you ‘feel’ the Taj Mahal and spend some more time around it. It would become an unforgettable experience.
  
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  - Nandini on December 5, 2011 at 10:35 pm said:
    
    Oh yeah, I know a lot about it actually, but sure will revise it again.
    
    Thank you!
    
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elmediat on December 5, 2011 at 8:07 am said:

Well done compositions. Effective use of perspective. The nature colour and lighting makes this iconic setting more grounded and real.

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- firasz on December 5, 2011 at 7:31 pm said:
  
  Thank you elmediat, for this great comment Love to read it over and over!
  
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Lisa, Hawaii on December 5, 2011 at 9:28 am said:

Lovely photos – I hope to visit there myself one day!

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- firasz on December 5, 2011 at 7:34 pm said:
  
  Thank you Lisa ‘m happy for your idea to make a visit someday soon…
  Cheers
  
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Novroz on December 8, 2011 at 2:36 am said:

Beautiful. I love how white Taj Mahal is,it makes it look more elegant.

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- firasz on December 8, 2011 at 8:10 pm said:
  
  You are absolutely right Novroz It’s an amazing architecture.
  Thank you for your words
  
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Jitaditya on December 8, 2011 at 4:19 pm said:

Have seen thousands of Tajmahal pics but like the mood and color palette in these one…

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- firasz on December 8, 2011 at 8:12 pm said:
  
  Jitaditya, this is one smashing comment I feel WoW!
  Thank you
  Cheers
  
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Meena Menon on December 10, 2011 at 8:18 pm said:

my latest reading spree revolves around mughal stories.. from then this place is been on ma wish list!

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- firasz on December 11, 2011 at 6:46 pm said:
  
  Very glad to hear that, Meena Visit lotsa places
  Cheers
  
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Mary Howell Cromer on December 15, 2011 at 6:37 pm said:

After your visit, I just had to visit your blog and oh, my what beauty you have captured here…wonderful presentation here~

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- firasz on December 17, 2011 at 8:26 pm said:
  
  Thanks a bunch Mary! Thats a lot of appreciation
  
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