Taj Mahal: A Marvel of Mughal Architecture
Taj Mahal is one of the most appealing substantial white marble mausoleum (monument) religious art in entire Asia, alongside the Wat Khmer Temple found in Cambodia and the KandariyaMahadeva temple in Madhya Pradesh. Taj Mahal is located on the bank of Yamuna River in Agra, India. Akbar's the great, grandson Mughal Emperor Shan Jahan constructed the monument in the year (1628-1685), in commemoration of his much-loved wife Mumtaz Mahal, who died in childbirth(Koch 139). The beautiful structure by the Indian builders was achieved through the generation under Mughals (Agarwal 10). Excellent characteristic parts were manipulated in their most minute details to come up with a most fantastic monument. The towers and the high elevation play a more significant role in the aesthetics of the Taj Mahal.
Blend of Architectural Styles
The monument is the most elegant blend of Turkish, Persian and Indian architectural form, which consists of a mosque and a guest house along with a garden which surrounds the monuments from three sides(Ahuja, and Rajani 996). The central role of the gardens is to bring about a more beautiful site. Together with the river a pleasing and attractive background to the taj is formed. Besides the above mentioned, massive white onion-like dome crowning the tomb positioned at the exact midpoint of the structure is the outstanding and fantastic part of the Taj Mahal.
Aesthetic Achievements and Visual Impact
The unusual and pleasing proportion of the monument to facilitate its appearance more amazing is the combination of some parts (Agarwal 10). Also, structural masses have been beautifully matched. Various fundamental masses have been balanced harmoniously. The elevation, superstructure, a balanced and symmetrical arrangement of parts in position constitutes a more wonderful artistic and visual impact of the Taj (Koch 128). The monument also reflects the incredible mixture of lines, both horizontal and vertical, and straight and curved on the other hand. Putting together solids and voids are employed to bring about a three-dimensional effect, therefore permitting an outstanding production of light giving color dependence to the monument (Agarwal 10).
A Masterpiece of Construction Materials
Materials used in the construction of the Taj by the architects for the exterior decoration were not only white material but also red sandstone, Jasper, Jade, sapphire, crystal turquoise, among others(Ahuja, and Rajani 996). This was done for the production of possible light effects. The colored inlay of the portal-dados, the spandrels of the pilasters depicts this. The impact of illusion created by the architect with the aid of-glossy materials(Ahuja, and Rajani 996). Finally, the most striking characteristic of the taj is the receding plinths, which contributes to its towering effect and appearance as if it is about to rise high into the sky.
An Artistic and Architectural Triumph
In conclusion, the taj is more of attractiveness than the Mughal mausoleum. Moreover, it significantly, formed the stage of art where it could only decline thereby, marking the decisive moment in Mughal architecture development. It is also evident that the architect of the Taj primary interest of the architecture relies upon aesthetics as drawn from his work. Furthermore, Taj Mahal is among the excellent and dominant accomplishment in the burial monuments globally. It is the peak in the advancement of the tomb. The overall unity of the resultant memorial merely is elegant and outstanding. Therefore, it is very relevant for the appreciation of the artwork because of its synthetic approach.
Work Cited
Koch, Ebba. "The Taj Mahal: Architecture, Symbolism, And Urban Significance". Muqarnas Online, vol 22, no. 1, 2005, pp. 128-149.
Ahuja, Dilip R., and M. B. Rajani. "On The Symmetry Of The Central Dome Of The Taj Mahal". Current Science, vol 110, no. 6, 2016, p. 996.
AGARWAL, M. K. "Can India Afford To Save The Taj Mahal From Corrosion". Nature, vol 276, no. 5683, 1978, pp. 10-10.
