Going into the India trip I really wasn’t keen on visiting the Taj Mahal. Not because I wouldn’t have loved to see it at some point. I just figured the trip was so short to begin with and I wasn’t sure I’d be up for the trek to the city of Agra to see it this time around (you see, in my mind, this was just one of many trips to India…although it took me over three decades to make it there for the first visit).
But, The Mr insisted and I have to say, I’m really glad he did. Seeing this architectural masterpiece with my own two eyes, feeling the marble beneath my fingers as I walked in, it took my breath away. Truly a piece of Muslim art worthy of all the accolades.
So, I am leaving you for the weekend with a visit to the Taj Mahal.
Beautiful architecture!
It’s amazing how beautiful and textured can such a monochromatic colour be. It looks so simple and versatile at the same time. Truly beautiful.
The Taj Mahal truly is a statement in gorgeous architecture and workmanship! You’re so lucky to have seen it in person.
Have a great weekend Santa!
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I am so glad the Mr convinced you to go because the photos are absolutely stunning. It must have been quite a sight in person. I am so looking forward to hear more about your Indian adventures! Have a great weekend!
this gave me goosebumps imaging you walking up to the taj mahal for the first time and taking it all in. i have never been but india has long been on my must-visit-list for over 3 decades myself.
Wow,how spectacular, what a great trip and definitely worth seeing! Have a great weekend! 😉
Loving those carved motifs – stunning. You are a lucky girl to have visited such a masterpiece! PS – great post for the day after Valentine’s Day.
Thanks Cyndi. This is a romantic enough location for a (post) Valentine’s Day post.
the details are so beautiful!
Amazing pictures Santa! I’d love to visit india, it’s top of my list.
WOW! It’s stunning up close. So incredible that you visited it, I’m happy your husband insisted! After all, who goes to India and passes up that experience (ahem, boyfriend! :). All the scroll work on the marble is so beautiful, it really makes you understand how intricate the whole project must have been. Thank you for sharing! Will we see more India pics??
Absolutely will try to post more images from this trip!
Oh Santa! These pictures are spectacular! It’s the kind of place that you can see a million times in photos but each time, it takes my breath away! I would love to see it in real life and as your say, touch the marble!
I was just there too! so lovely!
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Oh I’ll have to head over to Navy & Orange to see your images!
I love all the intricate carving on the building.
How divine! One day, I will get to India! x
I hope to visit India someday. The taj mahal is just absolutely amazing.
Look at all that beautiful detail! I can only hope that one day I will find myself visiting the Taj Mahal. It’s definitely a bucket list destination, as is India. For now, I will just marvel at your photos.
Wow, beautiful architectural details!! so glad u were convinced to go and that u took pics and shared them (thank u!).