Taj, Traditions & Colours

India Holidays without a trip to Taj Mahal is blasphemy (unless ofcourse, you have seen it before)! Built by Shah Jahan to fulfill the last wish of his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal, Taj at Agra is a resplendent garden tomb on the bank of River Yamuna that immortalizes the passion of the Royal Couple in white marble. Classical trick photography poses that make best use of optical illusions of Taj, precious and semi-precious stones lending their color to motifs in the intricate lacework on the walls, and beautiful landscaped gardens with fountains and marble pavilions leading to the main dome situated on a high plinth add to the beauty of this masterpiece.
The latter two of the Taj, Traditions & Colours theme paints a picture of Rajasthan and other icons of Indian religion and culture such as Holy city of Varanasi and Khajuraho Temples. Colors of Rajasthan are so integrated in the daily lives of its people that you can find most vibrant designs and embroideries with shining mirror work in their dresses, accessories, and other handicraft items. Antique jewellery of Jaipur too is known for its meenakari wok or enameling of gold. The colors represent the jovial festive spirit of Rajasthan that gives even to the barren lands of the Thar Desert.