Famous the world over for its breathtaking beauty, the Taj Mahal is also charged with historical and spiritual meaning. This program ushers viewers into the splendor of its architecture while illustrating its origins and its implications for modern India. Topics include the role of the Taj Mahal as a symbol of India’s religious and cultural diversity; how the Mughal ruler Akbar founded a new capital and fostered religious tolerance in his kingdom; how Akbar’s grandson Shah Jehan used lavish materials and a vast labor force to construct his deceased wife’s tomb; a further look at the Taj Mahal’s opulent design and its dual significance as a shrine to love and Allah; and the structure’s ongoing importance as an emblem of religious pluralism. A Discovery Channel Production. (23 minutes)

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