The Taj Mahal is located in Agra, in the north of India. Many people think it is the most beutiful building in the world. It is situated in formal gardens just outside the city, so it is in a very quiet place. Nearby there is a river. The Taj Mahal was built between 1631 and 1654 Shah Jehan. It was tomb for his wife, Mumtuz Mahal, who died in 1631. It is built in an Islamic style. It symbolizes Shah Jehan's love for his wife. In the centre of the building is the tomb, which is made of white marble. The rest of the building is made of sandstone. Around the tomb there are four tall minarets