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India.com
17-06-2025
- General
- India.com
Taj Mahal was built on this man's land, the owner's name was..., he was Shah Jahan's...
Taj Mahal was built on this man's land, the owner's name was…, he was Shah Jahan's… Taj Mahal: The Taj Mahal is one of the most stunning monuments in the world and also among the Seven Wonders of the World. The monument is also very famous because it is a symbol of eternal love. Millions of visitors flock to Agra to visit the Taj's beautiful architecture and rich history. The Taj Mahal was built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th century in loving memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. UNESCO also declared the monument as a World Heritage Site. The Taj Mahal has several mysteries, and one of it is the tale of the land on which the monument was built. Lets know the story. As per historical records, the land w\here the Taj Mahal was built did not originally belong to Mughal ruler Shah Jahan. The land wasn't seized by the Mughal ruler but exchanged willingly. Land Belonged To Jaipur King Shah Jahan's wife Mumtaz Mahal died in 1631 in Burhanpur. Her body was buried in Burhanpur but after six months the body of the queen was moved Agra. As per historical records, the land selected to build the Taj Mahal was owned by a Rajput king and ally of Shah Jahan Mirza Raja Jai Singh of Amer. According to a Mughal record Padshahnama, the land belonged to Raja Man Singh, grandfather of Jai Singh. He donated the land to Shah Jahan. Historical documents indicate that the land now occupied by the Taj Mahal was previously owned by the Kachhwaha Rajputs, and the site featured a large, domed structure. Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) also suggests that the land was owned by Raja Jai Singh was a Rajput king and one of Shah Jahan's trusted allies. The Mughal king negotiated with Singh and acquired the land in exchange for four havelis in Agra. Part Of A Common Practice Notably, the exchange of properties was a common practice and part of cooperation between the Mughal rulers and regional Rajput kings. Raja Jai Singh was a highly regarded and loyal military leader within the Mughal court, known for his strong alliance with the emperor. BJP MP Diya Kumari, who belongs to the Jaipur royal family, claimed that the land originally belonged to her ancestors. 'Records available with the Jaipur family show that the land belonged to us. Compensation was given in return for the land,' Kumari told media. History Of The Land Contrary to claims of seizure, the land transfer between allied dynasties was a mutually agreeable exchange, highlighting the monument's importance as a symbol not only of affection but also of cooperation and peaceful coexistence between powerful contemporary rulers.
India.com
03-05-2025
- Business
- India.com
Who was the first owner of land on which Taj Mahal is built, not Shah Jahan, land was owned by...
Who was the first owner of land on which Taj Mahal is built, not Shah Jahan, land was owned by.... There is no doubt that Taj Mahal is one of the most beautiful monuments in the world. The mausoleum has been recognised as one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The 17-century Mughal structure was built by emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Taj Mahal attracts lakhs of tourists every year and it is also among the most visited monuments globally. Despite its mesmerising beauty, the Taj Mahal is full of mysteries. Do you know who was the first owner of the land on which the Taj Mahal is built? Let's know. Mirza-Raja Jai Singh's Residence The land chosen for the Mughal architecture was the residence of Mirza-Raja Jai Singh (Kachwaha Rajputs of Amber). Abdul Hameed Lahori's Padshahnama describes Jai Singh's residence as a magnificent domed building. Donated 'Piece of Land' As per Qazvini's Padshahnama, Jai Singh donated a 'piece of land' for the Taj Mahal. Earlier, there was a 'house' of Singh's grandfather Raja Man Singh. As per primary Mughal sources, Kachwahas owned the property on which Shah Jahan planned to build the Taj Mahal. The land first belonged to Man Singh and was then passed on to his grandson Jai Singh. Jai Singh Was Willing To Hand It Over To The Emperor Historical accounts suggest that Jai Singh's transfer of the property to Shah Jahan was a demonstration of allegiance to the emperor. Shah Jahan Gives Jai Singh Four Villa Accommodations To compensate Jai Singh for riverfront land, Shah Jahan granted him four villas. These properties were previously owned, reportedly, by Raja Bhagwandas, Madho Singh, Rupsi Bairagi, and Chand Singh (son of Suraj Singh). Property Deal Between Shah Jahan And Jai Singh Historical records, including official Mughal decrees, Lahori's Padshahnama, Qazwini's writings, and other sources, corroborate the completion of the property transaction between Shah Jahan and Jai Singh.
