The+Taj+Mahal

Video Questions:
 * 1) What is the Taj Mahal, who built it, and why?
 * 2) Are there any other theories about why the Taj Mahal was constructed?
 * 3) Who were the Mughals, and when did they rule?
 * 4) Why and how did the Mughal ruler Akbar seek religious tolerance?
 * 5) What was involved in building the Taj Mahal?
 * 6) What symbols are included in the Taj Mahal design?

Travel Brochure:
 * The location of the Taj Mahal and a bit about Agra, the Indian city where it is located
 * The structure's history, purpose, and builder
 * Examples of religious symbols of different faiths and why they were included into the Taj Mahal and its gardens
 * Artistic methods and designs found in the structure
 * Architectural advances the Taj Mahal displays
 * Trivia, such as how many pounds of precious stones decorate the structure, or how many artisans it took to build it

Websites: Taj Mahal.org Nationmaster.com Taj Mahal: A World Heritage Site Taj Mahal.com Islamicity.com Taj Mahal: Memorial to Love Cities/Buildings Image Database Explore the Taj Mahal

Discovery Education (2005). "//Mystic Lands Taj Mahal: Heaven on Earth//: Teacher's Guide."