Taj Mahal: A Monument To Love
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Historical Events
Taj Mahal
Mumtaz Mahal dies during childbirth. Her husband, Mughal emperor Shah Jahan I, then spends more than 20 years building her tomb, the Taj Mahal
Famous Deaths
- Mumtaz Mahal, Empress consort of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, who built the Taj Mahal as her mausoleum and symbol of his undying love, dies during childbirth of her 14th child at 38
About June 17, 1631
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 392 years, 10 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Gemini
