Arts
How many years did it take to complete the Taj Mahal?
22 years
Background
The Taj Mahal in India was built over 22 years (1632 to 1653). Around 20,000 workers and 1,000 elephants helped with the project. Emperor Shah Jahan built the tomb for his late wife Mumtaz Mahal. The white marble came from many countries across Asia.
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