What is the writer's purpose in writing that text? TAJ MAHAL Taj Mahal, an epitome of love, is actually a mausoleum. Standing majestically on the banks of River Yamuna, the Taj Mahal is synonymous to love and romance Taj Mahal was constructed by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his beloved wife and queen.The name "Taj Mahal'was derived from the name of Shah Jahan's wife, Mumtaz Mahal, which means crown of palaces. Taj Mahal represents the finest architectural and artistic achievement. The mausoleum was constructed of pure white marble. The white marble is inlaid with semi-precious stones (including jade, crystal lapis lazuli, amethyst and turquoise) that form the intricate design. The cental dome reaches a height of 240 feet (73 meters). The dome is surrounded by four smaller domes. Four slender towers or minarets stand at the comerx Inside the mausoleum, an octagonal marble chamber adomed with carvings and semi-precious stones house the false tomb of Mumtaz Mahal. Her actual remains lie below, at garden level. to talk about a person to describe the beauty of the building to attract people to come and visit Taj Mahal to memorize of the history to tell the story of Mumtaz Mahal 2 poin