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Taj Mahal

· 5 Safar 1434 AH1 min readEnglish

Question

We often hear the story behind the Taj Mahal. Is it true that it was built by a Wali of Allah as a Musjid and is there any Islamic significance behind it?

Answer

Taj Mahal was built by the muslim king, Shah Jahaan. Shah Jahaan was not counted amongst the auliyaa.

Answered by
Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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