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Baby Taj, Big Taj and Black Taj: India’s Extravagance

Agra, India. Two wonders referred to as “Taj” exist today, the third remains the unfulfilled dream of a visionary Shah in mourning. All define the essence of India. The first of these architectural marvels is actually titled Itimad-Ud-Daulah’s Tomb, known lyrically as “the jewel box in marble” and “Baby Taj.” This is the garden tomb of Mirza Guyas Beg, Grand Vizier of the Mughal Court, built in 1622 by his …