Tuesday, July 15, 2014

Remains of palace found opposite the Taj Mahal

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The remains of a summer palace has been found at the Mehtab Bagh garden located opposite from the Taj Mahal.

“The remains of the baradari-like structure have been found just opposite the Taj Mahal which strengthens our belief that the Mughal emperor must have built this place to enjoy the view of the Taj sitting near the bank of river.

The place seems to have sunk beneath the surface either due to floods or because of the presence of hollow space under the structure,” said a senior ASI official.

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Story: Aditya Dev, Times of India | Photo: PTI

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