Musings of an Ukraine Traveler

Humayun regained his kingdom in 1555 and reestablished the Mughal Empire but did not survive long and died after a fall on the steps of his library. His widow Haji Begum built this, the first mausoleum for his remains..	Humayun Tomb is considered an architectural metaphor for the Indianisation of the Mughals with its bulbous dome, red sandstone and marble inlay, colored tilework and symmetrical layout.
Over 20 million rupees has been granted to restore not only the tomb but also the pathways, garden and its watering system to the original Mughal plan. Here a mason chisels a replacement stone in the manner that it was first created.	Our 2 nights in Delhi were spent in a quiet clean Tibetan hostel--Wengden House. Himmat had made all the hotel and transportation arrangements for us. (Kelly)
The Taj Majal: It's beauty, symmetry, its grace speaks for itself. Built in the 17th century by 20,000 laborers, as a tomb for Shah Jahan's wife. This tomb memorializes his love for her. The lotus pool in front reflects the beauty. The gardens provide quiet and serenity to this site.	Built of white marble, each arch inside and out is punctuated by Pieta Dura, carved floral designs inlaid with precious stones of carnelian, lapis lazuli, turquoise and malachite.
Inside inlaid calligraphy in black marble designed by the Persian Amanat Khan. They are Koranic passages. (Kelly)	The marble is carved in intricate floral patterns on the lower walls. (Kelly)
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