Podcasts about Mumtaz Mahal

Chief consort of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan

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Interesante historia
Trágicas historias de amor

Interesante historia

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 18:00


El amor puede ser el sentimiento más hermoso, pero también el más devastador. A lo largo de la historia, algunas parejas han vivido romances apasionados que terminaron en tragedia.En este episodio de Interesante Historia, exploramos las historias de amor más conmovedoras y fatídicas de todos los tiempos. Desde los reyes y emperadores que arriesgaron sus imperios por amor hasta los artistas y poetas que se consumieron en la pasión, cada relato nos sumerge en una intensa mezcla de emoción y fatalidad.Descubre los secretos, las cartas, los sacrificios y los giros inesperados que marcaron el destino de parejas como Cleopatra y Marco Antonio, Abelardo y Eloísa, Shah Jahan y Mumtaz Mahal, entre otros.Amores imposibles, prohibidos y eternos que nos recuerdan que el amor, en ocasiones, duele tanto como la vida misma.

Empire
218. Father of the Taj Mahal: Shah Jahan's Rise to Power (Ep 1)

Empire

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2025 44:04


Shah Jahan, the third son of the opium-addicted Jahangir, was born in 1592 with the name Khurram. More interested in precious gems and architecture than dancing girls at court, Khurram was reserved and carefully crafted his image as the “millennial sovereign”. Upon Jahangir's death, Khurram finds himself embroiled in a fierce succession struggle. His cunning and military experience, honed from years of avoiding his father's armies, proves invaluable in this fight for the throne.  But Khurram was not powerful on his own. He was surrounded by powerful women – raised by his step-grandmother Ruquiya Sultan, adored by his eldest daughter Jahanara, and most important of all loved and supported by his wife Mumtaz Mahal. She was his confidante and best friend, and to lose her would break his heart. But his broken heart would lead to the building of one of the most beautiful buildings in the world… Join Anita and William as they explore the early life of the fifth Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan. Twitter: @Empirepoduk Email: empirepoduk@gmail.com Goalhangerpodcasts.com Assistant Producers: Anouska Lewis & Becki Hills Producer: Callum Hill Exec Producer: Neil Fearn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Love Story
[SHORT STORY] Shah Jahan et Mumtaz Mahal : Aimer c'est transformer son chagrin en beauté

Love Story

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2024 7:08


Avant d'être considéré comme une merveille du monde, le Taj Mahal fût une sépulture. Celle de Mumtaz Mahal, épouse de l'empereur Shah Jahan. Un prodige architectural érigé en hommage à sa mort. Aimer, c'est transformer son chagrin en beauté Dans ce récit digne d'un conte, aimer c'est transformer son chagrin en beauté. Une histoire de marché, de conquête et de marbre. Une histoire d'amour Écoutez nos autres épisodes : Miley Cyrus et Liam Hemsworth Une production Bababam Originals. Première diffusion : 27 septembre 2019. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

True Story
[LOVE STORY] Shah Jahan et Mumtaz Mahal : Aimer c'est transformer son chagrin en beauté

True Story

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2024 7:07


Avant d'être considéré comme une merveille du monde, le Taj Mahal fût une sépulture. Celle de Mumtaz Mahal, épouse de l'empereur Shah Jahan. Un prodige architectural érigé en hommage à sa mort. Dans ce récit digne d'un conte, aimer c'est transformer son chagrin en beauté. Une histoire de marché, de conquête et de marbre. Une histoire d'amour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

True Story
[LOVE STORY] Shah Jahan et Mumtaz Mahal : aimer c'est transformer son chagrin en beauté

True Story

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2024 7:07


Avant d'être considéré comme une merveille du monde, le Taj Mahal fût une sépulture. Celle de Mumtaz Mahal, épouse de l'empereur Shah Jahan. Un prodige architectural érigé en hommage à sa mort. Dans ce récit digne d'un conte, aimer c'est transformer son chagrin en beauté. Une histoire de marché, de conquête et de marbre. Une histoire d'amour Un podcast Bababam Originals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Half-Arsed History
Monuments Episode 32: The Taj Mahal

Half-Arsed History

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2024 19:48


This week's monument is the Taj Mahal, a huge, opulent mausoleum in the Indian city of Agra, built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan I as a resting place for his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Tickets for Half-Arsed History Live are available here: https://premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/show.aspx?sh=HALFHIST24 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fluent Fiction - Hindi
Serendipity at the Taj: Rahul and Priya's Unexpected Encounter

Fluent Fiction - Hindi

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2024 15:23


Fluent Fiction - Hindi: Serendipity at the Taj: Rahul and Priya's Unexpected Encounter Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.org/serendipity-at-the-taj-rahul-and-priyas-unexpected-encounter Story Transcript:Hi: राहुल का दिल तेज़ी से धड़क रहा था।En: Rahul's heart was beating fast.Hi: उसने हमेशा से ताज महल को करीब से देखने का सपना देखा था।En: He had always dreamed of seeing the Taj Mahal up close.Hi: वह सुबह जल्दी उठकर आगरा के उस प्रसिद्ध स्मारक की ओर बढ़ चला।En: Waking up early in the morning, he headed towards the famous monument in Agra.Hi: दूसरी ओर, प्रिया भी उसी दिन ताज महल देखने आई थी।En: On the other hand, Priya had come to see the Taj Mahal on the same day.Hi: उसके लिए यह यात्रा खास थी, क्योंकि यह उसकी पहली ताज महल यात्रा थी।En: This trip was special for her as it was her first visit to the Taj Mahal.Hi: दोनों अलग-अलग गाइडेड टूर में थे।En: Both were in different guided tours.Hi: राहुल संगमरमर की सफेद गर्भगृह के पास खड़ा था।En: Rahul was standing near the white marble sanctum.Hi: अचानक, उसकी नज़र एक प्यारी मुस्कान वाली लड़की पर पड़ी।En: Suddenly, he noticed a girl with a lovely smile.Hi: वह प्रिया थी।En: It was Priya.Hi: प्रिया भी राहुल की ओर देख रही थी, और उन्होंने एक-दूसरे की ओर हल्की मुस्कान के साथ सिर हिला दिया।En: Priya was also looking at Rahul, and they nodded lightly at each other with a smile.Hi: राहुल ने देखा कि प्रिया गाइड से कुछ पूछ रही है, पर उसकी आवाज़ साफ नहीं आ रही थी।En: Rahul saw that Priya was asking something from the guide, but her voice was not clear.Hi: राहुल ने सोचा कि वह उसकी मदद करना चाहता है।En: Rahul thought he wanted to help her.Hi: वह प्रिया के करीब जाकर बोला, "क्या आप कुछ मदद चाहती हैं?"En: He approached Priya and said, "Do you need some help?"Hi: प्रिया मुस्कुराई और कहा, "हाँ, मैं जानना चाहती थी कि इस ताज महल को बनाने में कितना समय लगा।"En: Priya smiled and said, “Yes, I wanted to know how long it took to build this Taj Mahal.”Hi: राहुल ने खुशी-खुशी बताया, "बीस साल लगे इस खूबसूरत महल को बनाने में। यह शाहजहां ने अपनी बेगम मुमताज महल की याद में बनवाया था।"En: Rahul happily replied, "It took twenty years to build this beautiful palace. Shah Jahan built it in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal."Hi: प्रिया ने कहा, "वाकई, यह बहुत सुंदर है। आपने पहले भी ताज महल देखा है?"En: Priya said, “Really, it is very beautiful. Have you seen the Taj Mahal before?”Hi: राहुल ने सिर हिलाया, "नहीं, यह भी मेरी पहली यात्रा है।"En: Rahul shook his head, "No, this is also my first visit."Hi: इस प्रकार, राहुल और प्रिया ने पूरे ताज महल को साथ घूमा।En: Thus, Rahul and Priya roamed the entire Taj Mahal together.Hi: वे संगमरमर की गलियों और खूबसूरत बागानों में घूमते-घूमते बातें करते रहे।En: They walked through the marble corridors and beautiful gardens, talking all the while.Hi: उन्होंने ताज महल की हर कला और कारीगरी की तारीफ की और एक-दूसरे के साथ अपने-अपने अनुभव साझा किए।En: They admired every piece of art and craftsmanship of the Taj Mahal and shared their own experiences with each other.Hi: दिन खत्म होते-होते, राहुल ने हिम्मत जुटाई और प्रिया से कहा, "मुझे आपसे मिलकर बहुत अच्छा लगा। क्या हम वापस दिल्ली जाते समय कॉफी के लिए मिल सकते हैं?"En: As the day came to an end, Rahul gathered the courage and said to Priya, "I really enjoyed meeting you. Can we meet for coffee on the way back to Delhi?"Hi: प्रिया ने मुस्कान के साथ कहा, "बिल्कुल, मुझे भी आपसे मिलकर बहुत अच्छा लगा। और हाँ, कॉफी भी पक्की।"En: Priya smiled and said, "Absolutely, I also enjoyed meeting you. And yes, coffee is a must."Hi: इस तरह, राहुल और प्रिया की ताज महल के दौरान हुई संयोगी मुलाकात ने एक नई दोस्ती की शुरुआत की।En: In this way, the coincidental meeting of Rahul and Priya at the Taj Mahal marked the beginning of a new friendship.Hi: दोनों ने एक-दूसरे से विदा ली, लेकिन दिल में एक दूसरे से फिर मिलने की उम्मीद लेकर।En: They bid farewell to each other but carried the hope of meeting again in their hearts.Hi: और इस तरह ताज महल की सफेद दीवारें दोनों की नई दोस्ती का गवाह बनीं।En: And thus, the white walls of the Taj Mahal bore witness to the beginning of their new friendship. Vocabulary Words:beating: धड़कclose: करीबdreamed: सपनाfamous: प्रसिद्धmonument: स्मारकguided: गाइडेडstanding: खड़ाmarble: संगमरमरsanctum: गर्भगृहlightly: हल्कीnodded: सिर हिलायाapproached: करीब जाकरhelp: मददbuilt: बनायाreply: बतायाpalace: महलroamed: घूमाcorridors: गलियोंgardens: बागानोंadmired: तारीफ कीcraftsmanship: कारीगरीshared: साझाgathered: जुटाईcourage: हिम्मतfriendship: दोस्तीcoincidental: संयोगीbid farewell: विदा लीhope: उम्मीदmeeting: मुलाकातwitness: गवाह

The Retrospectors
Build Me The Taj Mahal

The Retrospectors

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 12:53


India's most famous building, Agra's Taj Mahal, was commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan - following the death in childbirth of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal, on 17th June, 1631.  Renowned for its stunning architecture - a blend of Indian, Persian, and Islamic styles - the mausoleum can be seen not only as a testament to the couple's love (despite the fact the Shah had three other wives…), but also as an embodiment of his empire's extraordinary wealth and power. In this episode, Arion, Rebecca and Olly reveal the scale of the workforce brought in to construct this pioneering palace; consider whether Mumtaz truly was a ‘Queen of Hearts'; and assess the various Taj Mahal replicas across the world… Further Reading: • ‘The History and Love Story of the Taj Mahal' (ThoughtCo, 2019): https://www.thoughtco.com/the-taj-mahal-1434536 • 'A husband's love built the Taj Mahal—but cost him an empire' (National Geographic): https://www.nationalgeographic.com/history/history-magazine/article/a-husbands-love-built-the-taj-mahal-but-cost-him-an-empire • ‘Is this the most beautiful building in the world? - Stephanie Honchell Smith' (TedEd, 2023): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v580zy82rcE Love the show? Support us!  Join 

Love Story
[SHORT STORY] Shah Jahan et Mumtaz Mahal : Aimer c'est transformer son chagrin en beauté

Love Story

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2024 8:08


Avant d'être considéré comme une merveille du monde, le Taj Mahal fût une sépulture. Celle de Mumtaz Mahal, épouse de l'empereur Shah Jahan. Un prodige architectural érigé en hommage à sa mort. Dans ce récit digne d'un conte, aimer c'est transformer son chagrin en beauté. Une histoire de marché, de conquête et de marbre. Une histoire d'amour Une production Bababam Originals. Première diffusion : 27 septembre 2019 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Era Uma Vez Um Podcast
A História de Taj Mahal - Um pequeno trecho

Era Uma Vez Um Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2024 3:22


Ouça essa história EXCLUSIVA do clube INTEIRA entre várias outras clicando aqui:https://eraumavezumpodcast.com.br/clube34 Descubra a história do Taj Mahal, uma das 7 Maravilhas do Mundo Moderno. Explore a emocionante jornada de amor entre Shaj Jahan e Mumtaz Mahal, revelando como este majestoso monumento foi erguido como um tributo eterno desse amor. Viaje através do tempo e explore essa história encantadora, repleta de emoção e beleza, que transcende gerações. Uma aventura histórica para crianças, cheia de curiosidades e detalhes cativantes do icônico Taj Mahal." Ensinamento para crianças: História do mundoFaixa etária recomendada: A partir de 6 anos. Escrita e narrada por: Carol Camanho

Dinner Party History
Dinner with Cupid, Mumtaz Mahal, Vinegar Valentine's & Wallis Simpson

Dinner Party History

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2024 45:22


Why was the Taj Mahal built? WTF is a Vinegar Valentine? Why was Cupid so messy? Did King Edward VII seriously abdicate the throne for Wallis Simpson? Fatou and Maz discuss the origins of Valentine's Day and their favorite love stories throughout history.    Email: DinnerPartyHistoryPod@gmail.com Where to Find Us: Fatou's Instagram Fatou's Tiktok Maz's Instagram Maz's Tiktok

Dr Mary Travelbest Guide
Agra, India plus learning customs before travel, travel tips and mishaps

Dr Mary Travelbest Guide

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2024 8:15


In this episode, FAQ is: How can I learn about a country's customs before I visit there?   Today's Destination is: Agra, India Today's Misstep- I took the wrong bus to the airport in Reykjavik. Travel Advice: Petroleum Jelly has many uses for travelers, so save space and money, simply.   FAQ: How can I learn about a country's customs before I visit there? I will give you five answers to that question, and for some European countries, this will be easier; when it comes to Step 4 and Step 5 experiences, you will work harder on the research to get the answers you need.   1. The First place to look is to do some Online Research: Utilize the internet to find reliable sources, travel forums, and blogs that discuss the customs and traditions of the country you plan to visit. 2. Next, check out your local library or bookstore for books. Guidebooks: Invest in travel guidebooks that provide cultural insights and practical tips for navigating customs in specific countries. 3. An excellent next step is language. Language Apps: Use language-learning apps to familiarize yourself with basic phrases and etiquette, as language is often intertwined with cultural norms. You need to know some cultural experiences if possible. 4. Cultural Workshops: Attend local cultural workshops or events in your area to gain firsthand knowledge about the customs and traditions of the country you intend to visit. 5. Lastly, ask friends to connect you with locals or do it yourself.  Engage with locals through social media platforms or language exchange websites to ask questions and gain insights directly from people living in the destination. Today's destination: Agra, India   Agra is a city on the banks of the Yamuna River in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, about 142 miles southeast of the national capital, Delhi. It's about the distance from San Diego to Los Angeles.1.7 million people live in Agra.   You will find One of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Taj Mahal. It is an iconic white marble magical mausoleum built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved and favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. It is a masterpiece of Mughal architecture and a symbol of eternal love, built in the 17th century. The second place to see is the Agra Fort: This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a massive red sandstone fort located on the banks of the Yamuna River. It served as the primary residence of the Mughal emperors and houses several impressive structures, including the Jahangir Palace and the Khas Mahal. Other places to visit include Kinari Bazaar, a bustling market, and Mehtab Bagh, a garden complex on the opposite side of the Yamuna River from the Taj Mahal. From this garden viewpoint, you can enjoy some peace, walk around the monument, and see the Taj Mahal at different times of the day. There are other ancient cities and tombs to explore here, which I hope to visit someday. One of my first impressions was that it was stark white marble with Brass and Gold trimmings. How large is the building? 242 feet tall and the exact size below ground. It was lined up with other buildings, with a Guest house next door on the river. East Gate was how I entered. Wear shoe covers to see the mosque.   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Origins_and_architecture_of_the_Taj_Mahal   Today's Misstep- I took the wrong bus to the airport in Reykjavik.   Today's Travel Advice-Petroleum Jelly has many uses for travelers, so save space and money.   Connect with Dr. Travelbest 5 Steps to Solo Travel website Dr. Mary Travelbest X Dr. Mary Travelbest Facebook Page Dr. Mary Travelbest Facebook Group Dr. Mary Travelbest Instagram Dr. Mary Travelbest Podcast Dr. Travelbest on TikTok Dr.Travelbest onYouTube In the news  

Who ARTed
The Taj Mahal

Who ARTed

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2024 6:23 Very Popular


The Taj Mahal is one of the most beautiful man-made structures in the world. It is a UNESCO world heritage site considered to be one of the modern wonders of the world. The story behind its construction is equally beautiful as it is a tale of love and devotion between Shah Jahan and his wife Mumtaz Mahal who passed away shortly after giving birth to their fourteenth child. The Taj Mahal has a massive dome stretching 240 feet covered in marble. The are four thin white marble minarets to mark the four corners. Of course without cranes, getting giant slabs of marble to such heights was no easy task. A ramp would be constructed to bring the pieces up, and to keep the incline manageable the ramp used for this construction had to be about 10 miles long.  Shah Jahan never really got over the loss of his wife. He remained in mourning for years before his position was usurped by his fourth son. He was imprisoned in a fort in Agra in 1658. He was forbidden to leave and spent the final 8 years of his life in the fort looking out the window at the Taj Mahal. When he died in 1666, Shah Jahan was reunited with his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal in the crypt beneath the Taj Mahal. Check out my other podcasts  Art Smart | Rainbow Puppy Science Lab Who ARTed is an Airwave Media Podcast. If you are interested in advertising on this or any other Airwave Media show, email: advertising@airwavemedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SoothingPod - Sleep Story for Grown Ups
The Love Story of the Taj Mahal | Romantic Sleep Story for Grown Ups | Bedtime Sleep Stories

SoothingPod - Sleep Story for Grown Ups

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2023 40:50


Relax and get sleepy with a timeless love story set in 17th-century India - an eternal love carved in marble: The Tale of the Taj Mahal. It recounts the epic romance between Emperor Shah Jahan and his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal, and stands as a symbol of their undying love. 

Long may she reign
Mumtaz Mahal

Long may she reign

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2023 32:29


The Taj Mahal is one of the most famous buildings to ever exist. No matter who you are or what language you speak you've probably heard of the building, but I bet you haven't heard of the woman who it was built for. Mumtaz Mahal was the most beloved wife of the Mughal emperor Shah Jehan but while Mumtaz may be famous for dying, I'm more interested in the things she did in her life that made her so beloved to everyone. Join me on this episode to learn about the Mughal's most beloved empress. Biography of Mumtaz Mahal, the Woman for Whom the Taj Mahal Was Built.” Accessed July 19, 2023. https://www.wonders-of-the-world.net/Taj-Mahal/Mumtaz-Mahal.php. Bloks, Moniek. “A Love to Remember - Mumtaz Mahal and Shah Jahan.” History of Royal Women, February 14, 2016. https://www.historyofroyalwomen.com/the-royal-women/a-love-to-remember/. Contributors to Wikimedia projects. “Abu'l-Hasan Asaf Khan.” Wikipedia, May 21, 2023. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abu%27l-Hasan_Asaf_Khan. ———. “Aurangzeb.” Wikipedia, July 16, 2023. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aurangzeb. ———. “Mirza Ghiyas Beg.” Wikipedia, June 13, 2023. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mirza_Ghiyas_Beg. ———. “Mumtaz Mahal.” Wikipedia, July 13, 2023. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mumtaz_Mahal#Bibliography. ———. “Shah Jahan.” Wikipedia, July 18, 2023. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shah_Jahan. Your Article Library. “Education of Women in Medieval India: Hindu and Muslim,” August 11, 2015. https://www.yourarticlelibrary.com/education/indian-education/education-of-women-in-medieval-india-hindu-and-muslim/63503. etajmahaltour. “Queen Mumtaz Mahal.” Taj Mahal Tour. Accessed July 19, 2023. https://www.etajmahaltour.com/mumtaz-mahal.html. New World Encyclopedia. “Mumtaz Mahal.” Accessed July 19, 2023. https://www.newworldencyclopedia.org/entry/Mumtaz_Mahal. Mumtaz Mahal and Shah Jahan. “Mumtaz Mahal - Mumtaz Mahal Life History - Mumtaj Mahal Biography.” Accessed July 19, 2023. https://www.tajmahal.org.uk/mumtaz-mahal.html. Regan, Sarah. “Scorpio Sign 101: Personality Traits, Compatibility & More.” Mindbodygreen, October 24, 2021. https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/scorpio. Sherriff, Lucy. “Ever Wondered Who Built India's Most Iconic Structure? It's a Romantic Love Story.” Discovery, August 23, 2022. https://www.discovery.com/exploration/the-taj-mahal-s-love-story. srinivas, pendem. “Mumtaz Mahal History, Biography, Love Story and Facts.” India the Destiny, August 2, 2017. https://indiathedestiny.com/indian-kings/mumtaz-mahal-hisotry/. The Big Fat Indian Wedding. “The Essential Guide to Mughal Weddings: Wedding Traditions.” The Big Fat Indian Wedding, October 28, 2013. http://thebigfatindianwedding.com/2013/the-essential-guide-to-mughal-weddings-wedding-traditions. “The Cause of The Taj:: Mumtaz Mahal.” Accessed July 19, 2023. https://www.tajmahal.gov.in/the-cause-of-the-taj.aspx. Zeidan, Adam. “Mumtaz Mahal.” Encyclopedia Britannica, June 24, 2019. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Mumtaz-Mahal.

The Rest Is History
362. The Taj Mahal: Love and Death

The Rest Is History

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2023 48:52


“The mutual affection and harmony between the two had reached a degree never seen between a husband and wife…” The Taj Mahal, built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a mausoleum for his wife Mumtaz Mahal, tells the story of the imperial power and strength of the Mughal Empire, and remains to this day a symbol of perfection, refinement and romance. Tom and Dominic are joined by art historian Dr Mehreen Chida-Razvi, as they delve into the origins of the Taj Mahal, the empire behind it, and its cultural and political significance throughout the centuries. *The Rest Is History Live Tour 2023*: Tom and Dominic are back on tour this autumn! See them live in London, New Zealand, and Australia! Buy your tickets here: restishistorypod.com Twitter:  @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Producer: Theo Young-Smith Executive Producers: Jack Davenport + Tony Pastor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

True Story
[LOVE STORY] Shah Jahan et Mumtaz Mahal : aimer c'est transformer son chagrin en beauté

True Story

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2023 8:07


Vendredi signifie le jour de Vénus. Vénus c'est la déesse de l'amour dans la mythologie romaine. Si vous écoutez Les Fabuleux Destins, c'est que vous aimez que l'on vous raconte des histoires extraordinaires. Alors pour célébrer la déesse de l'amour, découvrez chaque vendredi des histoires d'amour hors du commun de A La Folie Pas Du Tout, le podcast de Bababam qui parle le mieux d'amour. Une histoire de marché, de conquête et de marbre. Une histoire d'amour Avant d'être considéré comme une merveille du monde, le Taj Mahal fût une sépulture. Celle de Mumtaz Mahal, épouse de l'empereur Shah Jahan. Un prodige architectural érigé en hommage à sa mort. Dans ce récit digne d'un conte, aimer c'est transformer son chagrin en beauté. Un podcast Bababam Originals. Date de première diffusion : 6 aout 2021 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

History Tea Time
Queens Who Had The Most Children

History Tea Time

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2023 29:19


If you think the kids in your family are a lot to handle, imagine having over a dozen of them! That was the reality for the royal women in today's video. The primary expectation of Queens and other well born women of the past was to have as many children as possible to secure their husband's dynasty and bare a few spares to be used in advantageous political marriages. Their fertility was their life. They were married early and caught on a treadmill of pregnancy, birth, handing their babies over to be raised by wet-nurses and tutors, and hoping back into bed to conceive again as soon as possible. Surely they looked forward to the relief of menopause. Here are 9 Queens and Empresses who bore an extraordinary number of children: Mumtaz Mahal, Mughal Empress Consort - 14 Children Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, Queen Consort of Great Britain & Ireland - 15 Children Anna Jagellonica, Queen Consort of Germany, Bohemia & Hungary - 15 Children Eleanor of Castile, Queen Consort of England - 16 Children Keran, Queen Consort of Armenia - 16 Children Maria Theresa, Holy Roman Empress - 16 Children Maria Carolina of Austria, Queen Consort of Naples and Sicily - 17 Children Anne, Queen of Great Britain - 18 Children Darejan Dadiani, Queen Consort of Georgia - 23 Children Maria Theresa's Daughters: https://youtu.be/vlLI1bp6BeA https://youtu.be/mtvFd_ciI5Y Maria Theresa's Sons: https://youtu.be/S1lp9qMACfo Join me every Tuesday when I'm Spilling the Tea on History! Check out my Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/lindsayholiday Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091781568503 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyteatimelindsayholiday/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@historyteatime Please consider supporting me at https://www.patreon.com/LindsayHoliday and help me make more fascinating episodes! Intro Music: Baroque Coffee House by Doug Maxwell Music: Butterflies in Love by Sir Cubworth Angevin - Thatched Villagers by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) #womenshistory #HistoryTeaTime #LindsayHoliday Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on this podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast

* All the paint on the Eiffel Tower weighs the same as 10 elephants. * The actual grave of Mumtaz Mahal, for whom the elaborate crypt known as the Taj Mahal was built, is the only undecorated part of the famous structure, due to a Muslim law dictating that graves cannot be adorned, as this is seen as an act of vanity. * One ingredient in Ranch salad dressing is titanium dioxide, which is used to make it look whiter. It's also the same ingredient that's used in sunscreen and paint for coloring. * George Washington celebrated July Fourth by...Article Link

Efemérides con Nibaldo Mosciatti
Muere Mumtaz Mahal, dando comienzo a la construcción del Taj Mahal (1631)

Efemérides con Nibaldo Mosciatti

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2023 3:25


El 17 de junio del año 1631, muere en india dando a luz, Mumtaz Mahal, esposa del emperador Sha Jahan, quién a raíz de esta tragedia comienza la construcción del Taj Mahal, famoso palacio ubicado en la ciudad de Agra.

Who ARTed
The Taj Mahal (encore)

Who ARTed

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2023 6:23


The Taj Mahal is one of the most beautiful man-made structures in the world. It is a UNESCO world heritage site considered to be one of the modern wonders of the world. The story behind its construction is equally beautiful as it is a tale of love and devotion between Shah Jahan and his wife Mumtaz Mahal who passed away shortly after giving birth to their fourteenth child. The Taj Mahal has a massive dome stretching 240 feet covered in marble. The are four thin white marble minarets to mark the four corners. Of course without cranes, getting giant slabs of marble to such heights was no easy task. A ramp would be constructed to bring the pieces up, and to keep the incline manageable the ramp used for this construction had to be about 10 miles long.  Shah Jahan never really got over the loss of his wife. He remained in mourning for years before his position was usurped by his fourth son. He was imprisoned in a fort in Agra in 1658. He was forbidden to leave and spent the final 8 years of his life in the fort looking out the window at the Taj Mahal. When he died in 1666, Shah Jahan was reunited with his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal in the crypt beneath the Taj Mahal. Check out my other podcast Art Smart | Rainbow Putty Science Lab Who ARTed is an Airwave Media Podcast. If you are interested in advertising on this or any other Airwave Media show, email: advertising@airwavemedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WikiSleep Podcast
Episode 172: The Exquisite Taj Mahal

WikiSleep Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2022 34:58


The Taj Mahal is an ivory-white marble mausoleum on the south bank of the Yamuna river in the Indian city of Agra. Commissioned in 1631 by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan to house the tomb of his favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal, it is often cited as one of the most exquisitely buildings ever built.........#WikiSleep #SleepStories #WikiSleepPodcast #TajMahal #ShahJahan #India #Agra #MentalHealth #Sleep #ASMR #Podcast #Stories By becoming a WikiSleep member, you're investing in your own ad-free sleep health—and sleep health is mental health. Thank you for being a supporter. https://plus.acast.com/s/wikisleep. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Writers Festival Radio
S5 E13: MONUMENT with Manahil Bandukwala

Writers Festival Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2022 33:36


Join us for a conversation between poet and editor Ellen Chang-Richardson and writer and visual artist Manahil Bandukwala about her poetry collection, MONUMENT . MONUMENT is a conversation with Mughal Empress Mumtaz Mahal, which moves her legacy beyond the Taj Mahal. MONUMENT upturns notions of love, monumentalisation, and empire by exploring buried facets of Mumtaz Mahal's story. The collection layers linear time and geographical space to chart the continuing presence of historical legacies. It considers what alternate futures could have been possible. Who are we when we continue to make the same mistakes? Beyond distance, time, and boundaries, what do we still carry? The Ottawa International Writers Festival is supported by generous individuals like you. Please consider subscribing to our newsletter and making a donation to support our programming and children's literacy initiatives. SUBSCRIBE: https://writersfestival.us5.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=8c60faf808d54738144cc85de&id=d2443cdbd3 DONATIONS: https://writersfestival.org/about/donations

How to Breakup
Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal - A Wonder of Love

How to Breakup

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2022 71:13


This month's episode covers the last couple of the first season. Join Kate and Lauren as they discuss and discover the epic love between Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan and his favorite wife Mumtaz Mahal and the monument he created for her the Taj Mahal!

Unprofessional Engineering
7 Wonders of the World: Taj Mahal - Episode 309

Unprofessional Engineering

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2022 36:35


As we continue to explore the 7 modern wonders of the world, we have decided to discuss the construction and history of what is likely the most iconic of the wonders: the Taj Mahal! King Jahangir, in Agra, India, had the Taj Mahal built for his "favorite wife," Mumtaz Mahal. It was built to be her final resting place, the fanciest mausoleum of all time. Romantic, right? What resulted is one of the most iconic buildings in the world! Thanks to tens of thousands of works, elephants galore, and more money than I care to think about, the Taj Mahal remains an unparalleled architectural feat.

Vamos Todos Morrer
Mumtaz Mahal

Vamos Todos Morrer

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2022 8:45


A princesa persa Mumtaz Mahal morreu faz hoje 391 anos.

Urdunama
Taj Mahal: A Symbol of Love, Beauty, and Urdu Poetry

Urdunama

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2022 15:44


Taj Mahal, a symbol of love, is recognised worldwide and is marvelled at for its architectural genius. This 17th-century heritage building reminds us of a love that prompted a Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan, to build a mausoleum for his wife, Mumtaz Mahal, who had died in childbirth. This architectural expression of love, Taj Mahal, has also been the subject of a perennial debate that it was built on the site of a Hindu temple, 'Tejo Mahalaya,' and that it represents Islamic aggression on a Hindu land. So, the question is, does the Taj Mahal represent religion? The answer is a resounding 'no'; it represents love. To understand the history of Taj Mahal and the persistent controversy around it, watch one of our videos from the archives, where we spoke to historian Pushpesh Pant. And to understand in what ways the Taj Mahal inspired poets, tune in to this episode of Urdunama where Fabeha Syed reads poets like Kaifi Azmi and Sahir Ludhianvi, who think that the structure is in fact a 'mockery of love.'

Who ARTed
The Taj Mahal (Fun Fact Friday)

Who ARTed

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2022 6:38


The Taj Mahal is one of the most beautiful man-made structures in the world. It is a UNESCO world heritage site considered to be one of the modern wonders of the world. The story behind its construction is equally beautiful as it is a tale of love and devotion between Shah Jahan and his wife Mumtaz Mahal who passed away shortly after giving birth to their fourteenth child. The Taj Mahal has a massive dome stretching 240 feet covered in marble. The are four thin white marble minarets to mark the four corners. Of course without cranes, getting giant slabs of marble to such heights was no easy task. A ramp would be constructed to bring the pieces up, and to keep the incline manageable the ramp used for this construction had to be about 10 miles long.  Shah Jahan never really got over the loss of his wife. He remained in mourning for years before his position was usurped by his fourth son. He was imprisoned in a fort in Agra in 1658. He was forbidden to leave and spent the final 8 years of his life in the fort looking out the window at the Taj Mahal. When he died in 1666, Shah Jahan was reunited with his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal in the crypt beneath the Taj Mahal. Who ARTed is an Airwave Media Podcast. Connect with me: Website | Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok Support the show: Merch from TeePublic | Buy me a coffee As always you can find images of the work being discussed at www.WhoARTedPodcast.com and of course, please leave a rating or review on your favorite podcast app. You might hear it read out on the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Betrouwbare Bronnen
262 - Waarom India - ook voor Nederland - steeds belangrijker wordt

Betrouwbare Bronnen

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2022 78:53


De wereldpolitiek verkeert in een stroomversnelling. Europa is nu gedwongen een eigen, zelfstandige rol te spelen. En er is onmiskenbaar een nieuwe, cruciale wereldmacht die zich aandient: India. De president van dit in bevolking inmiddels grootste land ter wereld, Ram Nath Kovind, was afgelopen week in Nederland. En dat is bepaald geen toeval, vertellen Jaap Jansen en PG Kroeger in deze aflevering van Betrouwbare Bronnen.India is een steeds belangrijker speler op het wereldtoneel. En Nederland is voor dat enorme land van 1,4 miljard mensen een wezenlijke partner. Niet alleen omdat India met de EU graag en nauw wil samenwerken, maar ook omdat ons land daar tot de grootste handelspartners en investeerders behoort. Dit maakt dat beiden belang hechten aan wederzijds begrip en intensieve dialoog. PG vertelt over zijn indringende gesprek met een vorige president van India, Abdul Kalam, die de samenwerking op het terrein van wetenschap, onderzoek, innovatie en ruimtevaart hoog op zijn agenda had staan.Jaap en PG analyseren hoe India er nu voorstaat. Het is een kernmacht met eigen ruimteraketten. Het heeft het grootste staande leger op aarde en een vloot die van grote betekenis is voor de ‘Indo-Pacific regio' waarop de geopolitiek zich meer en meer concentreert. Ook economisch is India inmiddels een reus. In de hightech is het een gigant. Zijn economie is twee keer zo groot als die van Rusland en drie keer zo groot als de Nederlandse. Door zijn jonge, hoogopgeleide middenklasse en zijn cultuur van democratische ontwikkeling, diversiteit en Engelstalige communicatie is India op vele fronten tegelijk een aantrekkelijke partner.Dat de Indiase regering in de actuele spanningen zich een beetje afhoudend opstelt en de oude band met Moskou niet wil verbreken is vanuit de historie van de afgelopen 75 jaar niet zo vreemd. Voor zowel de olie als de defensie was India al heel lang nauw verbonden met de Sovjet-Unie en daarna met Rusland. Hierbij speelden de permanente spanningen met grote buur China en de grensoorlogen met hen en met westerse bondgenoot Pakistan een grote rol. Na ‘9/11' kwam er een wending naar het westen. Het was president George W. Bush die hier een wezenlijke rol speelde, wat door Obama krachtig werd voortgezet.PG Kroeger vertelt over die ene eerdere keer dat India een echte supermacht was. In de eeuwen tussen 1550 en 1700 kon geen heerser op aarde, laat staan een Europese vorst, tippen aan de macht en rijkdom van de Mughal-heersers op de troon in Agra. Wie waren zij? Wat was hun geheim? Waarom zijn juist deze ‘koningen der koningen' en ‘schaduw van de rechterhand van Allah' zo eindeloos fascinerend? Twee van licht PG eruit.Allereerst Akbar, die het Mughal-imperium definitief grondvestte, een tijdgenoot van Willem van Oranje, Elizabeth I en Filips II. Hij regeerde bijna 50 jaar en deed een opmerkelijke poging te komen tot wereldvrede tussen alle volkeren en religies. En vervolgens Mumtaz Mahal, de innig beminde vrouw van keizer Shah Jahan die haar als keizerin liet regeren zodat hij zich kon wijden aan kunsten, mystiek en het voeren van succesvolle veroveringscampagnes. In de wereldgeschiedenis kent hun liefdesverhaal weinig gelijken. Toen zij stierf beloofde Shah Jahan voor haar het allermooiste gebouw te zullen ontwerpen dat als monument voor hun liefde de eeuwen zou trotseren. Hij hield woord. Ze is begraven in de Taj Mahal in Agra.***Deze aflevering is mede mogelijk gemaakt door donaties van luisteraars via Vriend van de Show. Sponsoring of adverteren is ook mogelijk. Stuur een mailtje naar adverteren@dagennacht.nl voor informatie.***Hieronder nog meer informatie. Op Apple kun je soms niet alles lezen. De complete tekst vind je altijd hier***Verder luisteren258 - De kille vriendschap tussen Rusland en China257 - Het machtige Rusland als mythe: hoe 'speciale militaire operaties' een fiasco werden253 - Poetins bizarre toespraak: hoe de president de geschiedenis van Oekraïne herschrijft248 - Oekraïne en de eeuwenoude vriendschap tussen Duitsland en Rusland250 - Nixon in China: de week die de wereld veranderde225 - Nixon in China: Henry Kissinger's geheime (en hilarische) trip naar Beijing127 - De geheime politieke memoires van Ruud Lubbers (oa over zijn band met Rajiv Gandhi)***Tijdlijn00:00:00 – Deel 100:32:42 – Deel 201:18:53 – Einde Zie het privacybeleid op https://art19.com/privacy en de privacyverklaring van Californië op https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Not Just the Tudors
The Emperor Who Built the Taj Mahal

Not Just the Tudors

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2022 49:00 Very Popular


The Taj Mahal was commissioned 390 years ago by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan as a mausoleum for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. But what can we know about the king from the exquisite love temple he built? What do its inscriptions tell us about Shah Jahan's life, love and faith?In this edition of Not Just the Tudors, Professor Suzannah Lipscomb talks to Father Michael D. Calabria, who has deeply studied this most beautiful and famous of buildings and the Emperor who created it.Keep up to date with everything early modern, from Henry VIII to the Sistine Chapel with our Tudor Tuesday newsletter >If you would like to learn more about history, we have hundreds of history documentaries, ad-free podcasts and audiobooks at History Hit >To download, go to Android > or Apple store > See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Commonwealth Club of California Podcast
Humanities West Presents Shah Jahan's Taj Mahal

Commonwealth Club of California Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2022 134:33


The most famous and most beautiful tomb in the world was born in the broken heart of Shah Jahan, when his wife Mumtaz Mahal died at 38 giving birth to their 14th child. The riches of the Mughal Empire were poured into this testament to his grief and to his love, as thousands of artisans labored between 1632 and 1643 to construct it, along with multiple other projects, including gardens, palaces and mosques. The expenditure was immense, even by today's standards. The Taj Mahal and these other marble monuments were intended to serve the deceased and the living as well as the future of the Mughal house. Shah Jahan ruled until 1658, when he became seriously ill and was overthrown by his sons, each wishing to succeed him. He spent the last years of his life imprisoned and as disheartened as King Lear. Join Humanities West in person at The Commonwealth Club, or via live stream, to gain a deeper understanding of the Mughal dynasty that created the Taj Mahal and what went into the construction of one of the most visited architectural wonders in the world—which never fails to impress visitors, no matter how high their expectations were. Fortunately, unlike the Egyptian pyramids, we actually know from Mughal records how and why the Taj Mahal was constructed. The story of the Taj Mahal is indelibly intertwined with the story of Shah Jahan, the fifth Mughal Emperor, who ruled a vast empire on the Indian subcontinent from 1628–1658. His many architectural achievements, in addition to the Taj Mahal, were made possible because of his extraordinary wealth. Catherine Asher will focus on the artistic achievement itself: how the Taj Mahal became reality from its inception to its completion, with attention to its remarkable artistic details. She will set this achievement in the context of that time—the previous Mughal artistic developments that had led to the training of so many skilled craftsmen who built not only the Taj Mahal but also the Red Fort and Jama Masjid in Delhi, the Moti Masjid in Agra, and the renovation of Agra Fort (and much more). All this was accomplished during Shah Jahan's reign. Throughout her discussion she will interweave the Mughals' concept of state with architectural construction. Note: Both speakers will be participating remotely. MLF ORGANIZER George Hammond NOTES MLF: Humanities SPEAKERS Catherine Asher Professor Emerita, Department of Art History, University of Minnesota, Specialist in Indian, Muslim and Mughal Dynasty art and architecture; Author, The Architecture of Mughal India George Hammond Author, Conversations With Socrates In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are currently hosting all of our live programming via YouTube live stream. This program was recorded via video conference on February 11th, 2022 by the Commonwealth Club of California. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Commonwealth Club of California Podcast
Humanities West Presents Shah Jahan's Taj Mahal

Commonwealth Club of California Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2022 134:33


The most famous and most beautiful tomb in the world was born in the broken heart of Shah Jahan, when his wife Mumtaz Mahal died at 38 giving birth to their 14th child. The riches of the Mughal Empire were poured into this testament to his grief and to his love, as thousands of artisans labored between 1632 and 1643 to construct it, along with multiple other projects, including gardens, palaces and mosques. The expenditure was immense, even by today's standards. The Taj Mahal and these other marble monuments were intended to serve the deceased and the living as well as the future of the Mughal house. Shah Jahan ruled until 1658, when he became seriously ill and was overthrown by his sons, each wishing to succeed him. He spent the last years of his life imprisoned and as disheartened as King Lear. Join Humanities West in person at The Commonwealth Club, or via live stream, to gain a deeper understanding of the Mughal dynasty that created the Taj Mahal and what went into the construction of one of the most visited architectural wonders in the world—which never fails to impress visitors, no matter how high their expectations were. Fortunately, unlike the Egyptian pyramids, we actually know from Mughal records how and why the Taj Mahal was constructed. The story of the Taj Mahal is indelibly intertwined with the story of Shah Jahan, the fifth Mughal Emperor, who ruled a vast empire on the Indian subcontinent from 1628–1658. His many architectural achievements, in addition to the Taj Mahal, were made possible because of his extraordinary wealth. Catherine Asher will focus on the artistic achievement itself: how the Taj Mahal became reality from its inception to its completion, with attention to its remarkable artistic details. She will set this achievement in the context of that time—the previous Mughal artistic developments that had led to the training of so many skilled craftsmen who built not only the Taj Mahal but also the Red Fort and Jama Masjid in Delhi, the Moti Masjid in Agra, and the renovation of Agra Fort (and much more). All this was accomplished during Shah Jahan's reign. Throughout her discussion she will interweave the Mughals' concept of state with architectural construction. Note: Both speakers will be participating remotely. MLF ORGANIZER George Hammond NOTES MLF: Humanities SPEAKERS Catherine Asher Professor Emerita, Department of Art History, University of Minnesota, Specialist in Indian, Muslim and Mughal Dynasty art and architecture; Author, The Architecture of Mughal India George Hammond Author, Conversations With Socrates In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are currently hosting all of our live programming via YouTube live stream. This program was recorded via video conference on February 11th, 2022 by the Commonwealth Club of California. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Travel. Explore. Celebrate Life.
44: Wah Taj! Taj Mahal, Shah Jahan & Mumtaz Mahal

Travel. Explore. Celebrate Life.

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2021 25:17


Did you know 22000 people and 1000 elephants were used to build the Taj Mahal. Have you heard of the black Taj Mahal? One of the new 7 wonders of the world, the Taj Mahal has been one of the most visited monuments in India. Built by Shah Jahan for his wife Mumtaz Mahal, the Taj has so much history and culture attached to it. Listen on, as we explore the beauty of the Taj Mahal.

Travel. Explore. Celebrate Life.
44: Wah Taj! Taj Mahal, Shah Jahan & Mumtaz Mahal

Travel. Explore. Celebrate Life.

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2021 25:17


Did you know 22000 people and 1000 elephants were used to build the Taj Mahal. Have you heard of the black Taj Mahal? One of the new 7 wonders of the world, the Taj Mahal has been one of the most visited monuments in India. Built by Shah Jahan for his wife Mumtaz Mahal, the Taj has so much history and culture attached to it. Listen on, as we explore the beauty of the Taj Mahal.

Love Story
[EN VOYAGE] Shah Jahan et Mumtaz Mahal : une histoire de marché, de conquête et de marbre

Love Story

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2021 8:09


Au mois d'août, Love Story rediffuse des épisodes sous le signe du voyage et de l'ailleurs. Des couples emblématiques qui ont fait de leur vie une aventure, des couples qui ont traversé des pays pour s'aimer, ou qui viennent d'ailleurs. Des histoires d'amour à emporter avec vous cet été. L'origine du Taj Mahal en Inde Avant d'être considéré comme une merveille du monde, le Taj Mahal fût une sépulture. Celle de Mumtaz Mahal, épouse de l'empereur Shah Jahan. Un prodige architectural érigé en hommage à sa mort. Dans ce récit digne d'un conte, aimer c'est transformer son chagrin en beauté. Suivez toutes les actualités de "Love Story" sur : https://www.instagram.com/lovestory.podcast/ Crédit photo : inconnu Voir Acast.com/privacy pour les informations sur la vie privée et l'opt-out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

International report
International report - Taj Mahal reopens but Indian tourism industry remains badly hit by Covid crisis

International report

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2021 7:20


The tourism industry of Agra – the northern Indian city which is home to the Taj Mahal - has been brought to its knees in the past year by the ravages of the Covid-19 pandemic. India's top tourist attraction, the Taj Mahal, a major money spinner for the tourism industry, wears a forlorn and desolate look. The 17th-century architectural marvel finally reopened last week but the tourism industry revolving around the monument of love remains crippled. Krishna Rathore, a 29-year-old tourist guide, wanders aimlessly around the western gate of the complex, hoping to catch a local tourist as Covid cases register a significant fall following the devastating second wave. “I have been coming out every morning for the last few days, hoping I can at least show anyone around the perimeter of the complex and make some money. But I go home disappointed,” Rathore told RFI. A third generation guide, Krishna follows in his father's and grandfather's footsteps. He joined the profession when he was 25 years old but is now actively contemplating taking on another vocation. Like Rathore, around 2,500 registered guides have had their lives upended because of the shutdown, many unsure how the future will play out. Many of the guides are not visible in the vast complex that encompasses nearly 17 hectares.  “I have decided to do odd jobs in Agra and sometimes travel out for contractual labor. My tourist work is finished,” says Rafiq, another guide, who has been working at the Taj for 7 years. Difficult recovery of tourism sector  Apart from guides, hotel owners, restaurants and tour operators, many other stakeholders see a bleak future ahead of them since tourism is unlikely to recover anytime soon, even when the monument is reopened to the public. “The segmentation in the tourism industry feeds each other and that is why there has to be major stimulus to revive the sector. Destination weddings and incentive meetings are one way forward, as they generate valuable income,” says Hari Sukumar, vice-president of the up-market Jaypee Palace hotel. The famous white-marble mausoleum which houses the graves of Mughal emperor Shah Jahan and his wife Mumtaz Mahal usually draws 7 to 8 million visitors every year while 737,000 foreign tourists visited the monument in 2019. Agra has over a dozen five-star hotels and 400 other budget hotels; the hospitality industry in the city alone employs around 400,000 people. Authorities say there are approximately 500-700,000 people who are dependent on the tourism sector either directly or indirectly. Several other businesses like the handicrafts emporiums, as well as those engaged in leather and marble inlay work have been hit hard by the shutdown of the monument. “This pandemic has destroyed the tourism industry and livelihoods have been upended. It will take at least 2 years to get back to normalcy even if the lockdown is lifted,” Amar Singh Rathore, president of the market association told RFI. An uncertain future Many of the shops in the Taj complex have been shut for over a year and apart from sending off their workforce to their respective homes, the owners now ponder a disturbing future ahead. After being shut for some six months due to the coronavirus last year, the Archaelogical Survey of India began restoration of protected monuments, including the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri. Rajiv Saxena, vice-president of the Tourist Guild of Agra, who also runs a tour service, believes the shutdown in the city has put back businesses by several years. “I don't see things getting back to normalcy before 2023 and the losses will be immense. It is unfortunate that neither the local administration nor the state government has mapped out people's requirements in this pandemic and come to their help,” Saxena told RFI. According to estimates drawn up by the Tourist Guild, the financial losses on account of the shutdown amount to approximately 50 billion Indian Rupees (563 million euros) and will require a substantial financial stimulus for its revival. “Actually, there is no light at the end of the tunnel. Much thought has to go into revitalising Agra and that is not going to be easy,” Rajiv Saxena adds.

This Day in History Class
Mumtaz Mahal died / Wairau Incident - June 17

This Day in History Class

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2021 13:45


On this day in 1631, Mumtaz Mahal died from complications of childbirth. / On this day in 1843, a clash between British immigrants and Maori known as the Wairau Incident took place on the South Island in New Zealand. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

This Day's History
17th June

This Day's History

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2021 4:14


On 17th June, some of the interesting events that took place were: 1631: Mumtaz Mahal, the wife of 5th Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, died during childbirth in whose memory he built Taj Mahal. 1824: Bureau of Indian Affairs was established this day. 1858: Rani Lakshmi Bai attained martyrdom this day while fighting the British. 1933: Civil Disobedience Campaign ended this day in India against the British rule. 1973:  The legendary Indian tennis player, Leander Paes, was born this day. https://chimesradio.com   http://onelink.to/8uzr4g   https://www.facebook.com/chimesradio/   https://www.instagram.com/vrchimesradio/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pobject
Episode 1: Bread and Balconies

Pobject

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2020 32:51


Welcome to the debut of POBJECT! Today, we're talking about architecture that shows us how: Mumtaz Mahal might've wanted to keep things casual, Elizabeth Blackwell could be haunting the entire field of Botany, your oven knows all your secrets, and there's a faster way to bring your aunt a blanket. Pobject is created by Trina Sanyal and Erica Levy, with music composed by Caleb Martin-Rosenthal. Thanks for listening!

The Travel Addict
A trip to the magical Taj Mahal - A wonder of the World

The Travel Addict

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2020 16:49


Since I was on official business in India, I extended my stay for the very worthwhile trip to one of the wonders of the World, The Taj Mahal.Located in Agra, about a 4 hour drive from the chaotic city of Delhi, I booked an excursion. To keep my sanity, I would never drive in and around Delhi for any amount of $.The Taj Mahal is a magical place with unique architecture made from white marble. As the sun rises and sets, the light spawns off the colors of the rainbow. Commissioned by Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal, who died while giving birth to their 14th child, it emits an aura of something special and important.The musician Yanni played his epic "Tribute" concert on the grounds, a perfect complement to enhance its beauty. It's on video by the way.Listen to my trip experience, which is also detailed in my book Asia Specific.Another item on my bucket list fulfilled.

Anjaane Raaste
14: Jahanara Begum: Most powerful woman in Mughal Empire

Anjaane Raaste

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2020 14:00


Jahanara Begum was the eldest child of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal. Also, she has been the most powerful and influential woman of the Mughal Empire. Her life was always crowded with problems. In this week's episode, we look in on Jahanara Begum's journey with Rana Safvi and learn more about her power and influence in Mughal Empire.

Hold My Umbrella
Soup for the Soulmate

Hold My Umbrella

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2020 52:54


Welcome back to another episode of Hold My Umbrella. This week we are talking about soulmates, love, and different routes to finding compatibility and expectations. The story of the Taj Mahal embodies both romance and tragedy that included love, loss, and an immense display of admiration. This historic white marble mausoleum was built in memory of Emperor Shahjahan’s beloved former wife and has been a jewel of Muslim art in India for centuries. When the emperor married his wife, he named her Mumtaz Mahal, meaning “jewel of the palace.” The couple met as teenagers and the story told of their love is everlasting. The definition of soulmates varies, but a soul connection can be defined when two people feel linked on a “soul” level. Listen in as we discuss our personal views and experiences with the topic of soulmates, our views on relationships and love languages, and the expectations to find your one true love. Check us out on Instagram @HoldMyUmbrella

Who's That Girl? A New Girl Podcast
S1 E5 - Cece Crashes

Who's That Girl? A New Girl Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2020 63:22


This podcast covers New Girl Season 1, Episode 5, Cece Crashes, which originally aired on November 8, 2011 and was written by Rachel Axler and directed by John Hamburg. Here’s a quick recap of the episode:Cece breaks up with the DJ she’s been seeing and crashes with Jess for a few days to avoid going home and seeing her ex. She points out that she thinks Nick likes Jess because his feet point at her when she’s talking and when Jess realizes this she freaks out. Winston and Schmidt both are interested in Cece and she runs them in circles to get her approval before apologizing and ends up holding hands with Schmidt.We discuss Pop Culture References such as:Walter Matthau / Jack Lemmon in Grumpy Old Men - Walter Matthau is Jess’ perfect man and she wanted to be the girl Jack LemmonTrailer: https://youtu.be/1tTnHtYLV8EBen Kingsley + Naveen Andrews - Schmidt is naming different things and people he loves about India and mentions both of these actorsAdditional Pop Culture References from Schmidts list of things he “loves” about India are:Slumdog - This is a reference to the movie Slumdog Millionaire which released in 2008 and centers around a Mumbai teenager who reflects on his life after being accused of cheating on a game show.Naan - A thick flatbread found in North Indian cuisine.Pepper - Black pepper actually comes from a flowering vine that is native to India but is found and cultivated all around the world these days.Stories of Rudyard Kipling - Rudyard Kipling was an English writer who was born in India which was the inspiration for most of his work, most notably The Jungle Book.Respect for Cows - Although not all religions in India avoid eating beef, Hindus generally consider the cow to be a symbol of life as it is associated with imagery related to the Hindu belief system.Taj Mahal - The Taj Mahal is a marble mausoleum in the city of Agra and was built as a tomb in 1632 by Shah Jahan for his favorite wife Mumtaz Mahal.Deepak Chopra - Deepak Chopra is an Indian-American author who is known as one of the wealthiest figures in alternative medicine.Anyone named “Patel” - This refers to the last name “Patel” which is a common last name in the Indian state of Gujarat. Approximately 1 in 10 of people of Indian origins in the US have the last name Patel.Monsoons - Monsoons are seasonal changes in the direction of the strongest winds of a region. It typically causes wet and dry seasons and is most often associated with the Indian Ocean.Cobras in Baskets - This refers to the practice of snake charming which is a typical depiction of Indian street acts, especially in non Indian media. Today, this profession is largely dying out as it is no longer legal in India and this can be dangerous.Mango Chutney/Any type of Chutney - Chutney is a family of condiments of sauces used in Indian cuisine. There are many forms of chutney and in India this refers to both fresh and pickled preparations although in some Indian languages there is a distinction.Teepees - This is actually not an Indian reference but a reference to a tent used by the Indigineous peoples of the Plains in the Great Plains and Canadian Prairies of North America.We also cover “Schmidtisms” when Schmidt was on the phone call with a “girl” to impress Cece and another was Jess’s description of Schmidt and his reaction. For “Not in 2020” on this episode we discuss Schmidt and his kimono, Schmidt in his pursuit of Cece, and the representation of Eduardo on the episode. We also give a brief look into Edin Gali, the Guest Star we feature in this episode. Some of his upcoming films include 60 Minutes to Kill, All-Star Weekend, Killing Angels, and The Road Home.This episode got a 8/10 Rating from both of us but Kritika’s favorite character was Jess and Kelly’s was Winston.Additional notes mentioned in podcast:Here’s the type of TikTok video Kelly was referencing in regards to the “BirdCat”: https://youtu.be/mmFdjq6Qyr0?t=147Thanks for listening and stay tuned for Episode 6!Music: "Hotshot” by scottholmesmusic.comFollow us on Twitter, Instagram or email us at whosthatgirlpod@gmail.com!

Smitten
Episode 9: Royal Love

Smitten

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2020


Listen this week to hear Kendall and Kylie get nostalgic about the hit vampire series Twilight. While Kendall shares some British Royal wedding traditions she also takes a stab at a horrible British Accent. Coming in with the “romantic” story of Anne Boleyn and Henry VIII, Kendall tries to make European History #hip. Since there is no happy ending to Kendall’s story - Kylie thankfully comes through with a very sweet Royal Love Story of Mumtaz Mahal and Shah Jahan and the building of the Taj Mahal.♡ Click here to see photos for this episode!♡ Click here for links to our sources for this episode!♡ Please help us out by rating and reviewing here!♡ Submit your own love story!♡ Submit a theme suggestion!♡ Follow Smitten on Instagram , Twitter , and TikTok!♡ Follow Kendall on Instagram and Twitter

Culture G
Le Taj Mahal, une histoire d'amour ?

Culture G

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2020 3:11


Le Taj Mahal est un joyau architectural ! Ce mausolée funéraire est surnommé "le monument de l'amour" parce qu'il a été construit par l'Empereur Shâh Jahân à la mort de son épouse, Mumtaz Mahal. Dans cet épisode de Culture G, découvrez l'histoire qui se cache derrière ce célèbre monument indien... et abonnez-vous au podcast ! Dans cet épisode, il y a un extrait musical de "Jai Ho" (A.R. Rahman), bande originale du film "Slumdog Millionaire" (Danny Boyle), ainsi que de courts extraits de "Astérix et Obélix : Mission Cléopâtre" (Alain Chabat) et de la série Kaamelott (Alexandre Astier).

Anjaane Raaste
1: Burhanpur se Agra | Mumtaz Mahal's final journey

Anjaane Raaste

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2020 11:35


Mutaz Mahal ne Burhanpur mein dam toda aur wahin dafna di gayin. Par, Taj Mahal to Agra mein hai? Join Rana Safvi @iamrana, a renowned historian and author, as she solves this bittersweet mystery of Mumtaz Mahal's final journey.

HistoryPod
17th June 1631: Mumtaz Mahal’s death prompts construction of the Taj Mahal

HistoryPod

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2020


The death of Mumtaz Mahal, the chief consort of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, prompted her husband to construct the Taj ...

Date Fight!
176: 27th April: Mumtaz Mahal v Barbie

Date Fight!

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2020 11:21


Is there such a name as Lidian? Where were the British the worst? What did Barbie's inventor do that resulted in 2,500 hours of community service? Jake Yapp & Natt Tapley & Alex von Tunzelmann find out in today's Date Fight!

Radio Duna - Lugares Notables
Shah Jahan y Mumtaz Mahal: El rey del mundo y la Joya del palacio

Radio Duna - Lugares Notables

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2020


Escucha: Shah Jahan y Mumtaz Mahal: El rey del mundo y la Joya del palacio

Love Story
Shah Jahan et Mumtaz Mahal : Aimer c'est transformer son chagrin en beauté

Love Story

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2019 6:07


Avant d'être considéré comme une merveille du monde, le Taj Mahal fût une sépulture. Celle de Mumtaz Mahal, épouse de l'empereur Shah Jahan. Un prodige architectural érigé en hommage à sa mort.Dans ce récit digne d'un conte, aimer c'est transformer son chagrin en beauté.Une histoire de marché, de conquête et de marbre. Une histoire d'amour See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dejiny
Tádž Mahal: Keď sa aristokracia v Indii nedívala na náboženstvo či etnicitu

Dejiny

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2019 24:42


Ak hovoríme o dejinách mimo nášho európskeho kontinentu, často sa môžeme dostať do situácie, že nám nestačia naše bežné kritéria či predstavy. O to viac to platí pri pohľade na obrovský Indický subkontinent. Azda najviac ho v očiach väčšiny ľudí na Západe reprezentuje Tádž Mahal – prekrásne mauzóleum, vznášajúce sa akoby medzi nebom a zemou, ktoré nechal postaviť jeden z tzv. Veľkých Mughalov Šáhdžahán pre svoju milovanú manželku Mumtaz Mahal. A bola to práve epocha Veľkých Mughalov 16. a 17. storočia, ktorá vtlačila výraznú pečať a určila podobu Indie, tak ako ju dnes poznáme. No už málokto vie, že to bola práve táto panovnícka dynastia, ktorá hoci vyznávala islam, dokázala po viac než dve storočia efektívne zjednocovať a spravovať prevažne hinduistickú Indiu. Ako vyzeral pre Európanov tento stále neznámy svet? A vyznačovala sa táto doba podstatne väčšou dávkou tolerancie a kultúrnej interakcie, než dnes, keď je Indický subkontinent rozdelený predovšetkým medzi dva nepriateľské a po zuby ozbrojené štáty? Jaro Valent s Historickej revue sa rozprával s Dušanom Deákom z Katedry porovnávacej religionistiky UK v Bratislave.

This Day in History Class
Mumtaz Mahal died - June 17, 1631

This Day in History Class

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2019 7:09


On this day in 1631, Mumtaz Mahal died from complications of childbirth.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Das Kalenderblatt
#01 17.06.1631: Mumtaz Mahal stirbt

Das Kalenderblatt

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2019 4:13


"Du bist meine große Liebe!" Der Satz hat einen Beigeschmack, wenn im Harem die Konkurrenz wartet. Doch es scheint, dass Mumtaz Mahal wirklich die große Liebe des Großmoguls war.

Significant Others
Episode 28 - Mumtaz Mahal & Shah Jahan

Significant Others

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2019 65:29


He the prince who would become king and she was his truest love.  It was a romance built on Trust, Power and Luxury.  This week on Mara and Jane sit down to discuss Mumtaz Mahal and Shah Jahan, a love so monumental they built a literal monument to it.

Salacious History
Ep04 – Shah Jahan & Mumtaz Mahal

Salacious History

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2019 17:42


You guys, we’re doing our first episode covering a famous couple from history! The story of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal’s marriage falls in the gray area between historical fact and romantic legend. By all accounts, they are one of the most celebrated royal couples of the 16th century, and their love resulted in the construction of one of the most recognizable structures in history: the Taj Mahal!

Smithsonian Channel Pick of the Week
The Taj Mahal Was Really Built for Love

Smithsonian Channel Pick of the Week

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2017 2:30


The allure of the Taj Mahal isn't just architectural. Seen as a memorial to true love, the Taj was built out of grief after the death of Mughal emperor Shah Jahan's favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. The latest in science, culture, and history from Smithsonian Channel.

Das Kalenderblatt
#01 Mumtaz Mahal stirbt

Das Kalenderblatt

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2016 4:20


"Du bist meine große Liebe!" Der Satz hat einen Beigeschmack, wenn im Harem die Konkurrenz wartet. Doch es scheint, dass Mumtaz Mahal wirklich die große Liebe des Großmoguls war. Autorin: Anja Mösing

5 of the Best
Land Marks

5 of the Best

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2015 15:43


next saturday good epsiode i  think Taj Mahal   Commissioned in 1632 by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan to house the tomb of his third wife, Mumtaz Mahal, the Taj Mahal stands on the southern bank of the Yamuna River. The mausoleum is widely recognized as "the jewel of Muslim art in India" and remains as one of the world’s most celebrated structures and a symbol of India’s rich history.[6]       , Mumtaz Mahal,                                           Mughal emperor Shah Jahan         Shah Jahan promoted the use of white marble inlaid with semi-precious stones, and buildings under his patronage reached new levels of refinement.[22]   Great site with vedeo worth seeing The Taj Mahal - Facts & Summary - HISTORY.com       Sphinx   The largest and most famous sphinx is the Great Sphinx of Giza, situated at theGiza Plateau adjacent to the Great Pyramids of Giza on the west bank of theNile River and facing due east (  WikiMiniAtlas   29°58′31″N 31°08′15″E). The sphinx is located to the east of and below the pyramids       The Sphinx was carved from the bedrock of the Giza plateau, a single ridge of limestone that is 73 meters long and 20 meters high. It was only in 1905 when the sand was cleared away to expose the full body of the Sphinx, before that, the Sphinx was covered in sand.   he missing nose; It was first believe that the Sphinx lost its nose to Napoleons men, but 18th century drawings reveal that the nose of the Sphinx was missing before Napoleon’s arrival, it is believed that the nose of the Sphinx was shot off by the Turks.  Urban Myth  there were pics of sphinx before he came  without noise   The Sphinx is oriented due east facing the rising sun near the 30th parallel. There are three passages into or under the Sphinx, the “Tomb of Osiris” is one of the most incredible discoveries linked to the Sphinx, located 95 feet below the surface behind the back of the Sphinx. It is believed to be the resting place of Egyptian God Osiris.       Eiffel Tower      Erected in 1889 as the entrance arch to the 1889 World's Fair, it was initially criticised by some of France's leading artists and intellectuals for its design, but has become both a global cultural icon of France and one of the most recognizable structures in the world.[1] The tower is the tallest structure in Paris and the most-visited paid monument in the world; 6.98 million people ascended it in 2011.[2] The tower received its 250 millionth visitor in 2010.[2]   Gustave Eiffel                                                                                The projected tower had been a subject of some controversy, attracting criticism from both those who did not believe that it was feasible and those who objected on artistic grounds,  Gustave Eiffel responded to these criticisms by comparing his tower to the Egyptian Pyramids: "My tower will be the tallest edifice ever erected by man. Will it not also be grandiose in its way? And why would something admirable in Egypt become hideous and ridiculous in Paris?   When construction of the tower began on the Champs de Mars, a group of 300 artists, sculptors, writers and architects sent a petition " that would dominate Paris like a "gigantic black smokestack."     Gustave Eiffel used latticed wrought iron to construct the tower to demonstrate that the metal could be as strong as stone while being lighter. Gustave Eiffel also created the internal frame for the Statue of Liberty. Construction of the Eiffel Tower cost 7,799,401.31 French gold francs in 1889.   The Eiffel Tower has 108 stories, with 1,710 steps. However, visitors can only climb stairs to the first platform. There are two elevators. One elevator travels a total distance of 64,001 miles (103,000 kilometers) a year. top moves as much as 7 inches (18 centimeters) away from the sun. The sun also causes the tower to grow about 6 inches.   Look site with video  Eiffel Tower - Facts & Summary - HISTORY.com     Christ the Redeemer      created by French sculptor Paul Landowski and built by the Brazilian engineer Heitor da Silva Costa, in collaboration with the French engineer Albert Caquot. It is 30 metres (98 ft) tall, not including its 8-metre (26 ft) pedestal, and its arms stretch 28 metres (92 ft) wide.[1] The statue weighs 635 metric tons (625 long, 700 short tons), and is located at the peak of the 700-metre (2,300 ft) Corcovado mountain in the Tijuca Forest National Park overlooking the city of Rio   The statue was constructed in France because it was thought that at the time, the workers would not be capable of building a masterpiece such as this. It was transported, piece by piece, to Rio de Janeiro; the head alone is made up of 50 individual parts.    Portugal has its own replica of Christ the Redeemer in Almada. Built in 1959 and named “Christ the King” (Cristo-Rei), the statue stands 110 meters in height and offers some of the most beautiful views over Lisbon. 

Das Kalenderblatt
#01 Mumtaz Mahal stirbt (17.06.1631)

Das Kalenderblatt

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2014 4:20


"Du bist meine große Liebe!" Der Satz hat einen Beigeschmack, wenn im Harem die Konkurrenz wartet. Doch vielleicht war Mumtaz Mahal doch die große Liebe des Großmoguls. Bei ihrem Tod am 17. Juni 1631 war er untröstlich. Autorin: Anja Mösing

Dr. Afshan Hashmi's Podcast
Episode 9-Second online book meeting-Organized by Dr. Afshan Hashmi.

Dr. Afshan Hashmi's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2014 5:15


Friends please go to the following link and answer these questions for an interactive discussion: https://www.goodreads.com/questions/5384-shahjehan-is-one-of-my-favorite-mughal/answers/1281-also-please-see-the You tube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m2euRavjFpk Welcome friends to my second online book meeting. As you all know that this session will be recorded and will be shared on various socia media platforms. Thanks a lot for taking time from your busy schedules and joining us. I am Dr. Afshan Hashmi the organizer of this book club meeting. The views/opinions presented in this meeting are solely those of the person sharing those views and do not represent those of the moderator/ organizer of this meeting. So lets start friends our intellectual journey in an unique stylish and glam way. I am fascinated by Mughal dynasty and have become an expert in teaching Mughal dynasty to a vast audience. Mughal dynasty was famous for their royal costumes jewelery and cuisine besides good administration. I will tell you first in brief about Shahjahan and fashion in the mughal era and bring you all in the mood of Mughal period before discussing today,s book. Shah Jahan, a title meaning 'King of the World January 1592 – 22 January 1666 was the fifth Mughal Emperor of India. He ruled from 1628 until 1658. Born Prince Khurram, he was the son of Emperor Jahangir. He was chosen as successor to the throne after the death of his father in 1627. He is considered one of the greatest Mughals. His rule has been called one of the most prosperous ages of Indian civilization the golden age He was passionate to expand his vast empire. In 1658, he fell ill and was confined by his son Aurangzeb in Agra Fort until his death in 1666. Fashion in Mughal era: : Mughal emperors encouraged creativity and Innovation. The harem women were not only beautiful but also very creative. Their mantra to please the emperor had given rise to many new discoveries. Men wore long gowns, as well as decorated sashes, pearl necklaces and jewelled turban ornaments.Women wore long, gown worn over tight trousers is remarkably similar to men costumes itr-Jahangir one of the finest perfume was created during the Mughal period. Mughal women wore beautiful necklaces made of gold and silver studded with gems and pearls A large number of ornaments were made out of gold , silver and copper which hung down from the ears. Nurjahan wrote poetry, blended perfumes and designed clothes and fabrics, dresses in a style that established the fashion for many years to come. She introduced the delicate art of white embroidery chikankari now associated with Lucknow, to the Mughal court, where it became the height of fashion. Velvets, printed cottons and embroideries were also used in the portable tents and furnishings used by the emperor when on the move, either on a military campaign or a hunting expedition.This moveable court was almost as luxurious as the permanent one, I have visited Taj Mahal many times and every time I visited it I learned something new about this monument. The book we are discussing today is: Shah Jahan: The Rise and Fall of the Mughal Emperor by Fergus Nicoll Hardcover: 280 pages Publisher: Haus Publishing; Publication Date: June 1, 2009 My review and thought after reading the book: I loved and enjoyed reading this book a lot. It is a very well written book. I was mesmerized the way author has depicted Shahjahan as a son, grandson, Father and husband.. The bibliography and maps are beautifully depicted and the pictures well- connected to the text. Reading of the planning and consecutive building of the Taj Mahal is a treat. The love story of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal has attracted the author’s special attention. A marvellous work of literature which is rich,in facts that are woven interestingly into the life of Shah Jahan, one of the illustrious emperors of India. Here are some questions which I have put forward now for the audience to discuss:. I will put these questions on Goodreads forum to have a very interactive discussion: Shahjehan is one of my favorite Mughal emperor and what are your thoughts about Shahjahan after reading this book? Did reading the book evoke any strong emotion in you? Was there one event in the book that resonated with you deeply? Have you visited Taj Mahal and what memories comes to you associated with that visit ? Please join my onlinebook club in Goodreads also and start posting your comments also on the discussion questions I have posted there. I am going to put these questions also there . Good bye friends and see you all in another stimulating Stylish and glam book discussion!!!! Bye-bye till we meet again !!! Thanks Dr Afshan Hashmi http://www.drafshanhashmi.com/

CANTO TALK RADIO SHOW
Valentines Day: History's most intriguing couples!

CANTO TALK RADIO SHOW

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2013 60:00


Happy Valentine's Day from Canto Talk!  Historian and "masculinity expert" Barry Jacobsen and the Goddess of Capitalism, Leslie Eastman, talk about some fascinating couples from the past: Antony and Cleopatra, Isabella and Ferdinand, Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine, Lord Horatio Nelson and Emma Hamilton, Evita and Juan Peron, and the Taj Mahal's Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal.   Our sponsors:  AVALON PROFESSIONAL TRANSLATIONS    THE BOOKS OF AARON CLAREY (CAPTAIN CAPITALISM)   CUBANOS IN WISCONSIN BY SILVIO CANTO JR  

Koku
Koku 1 Eylül 2009

Koku

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2010


KOKU'da bu hafta: Guerlain hikayesinin sonu: Jean Paul Guerlain ve bugun; Sah Cihan, Mumtaz Mahal ve Shalimar bahcelerinden bir Guerlain klasigine; LVMH (Louis Vuitton/Moet Hennesy) Holding ve Guerlain'in ele gecirilmesi; "Guerlanade" bitiyor, "Muscanade" basliyor

Stuff You Missed in History Class
Is the Taj Mahal a symbol of love?

Stuff You Missed in History Class

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2010 14:24


The Taj Mahal was built by the Mogul ruler Shah Jahan as a memorial to his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. In this episode, Sarah and Katie delve into the stories of one of the world's most opulent mausoleums. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers