Makrana marble was used in the construction of the taj mahal.
Taj mahal marble type.
No matter where you install it in the home taj mahal quartzite will look amazing for many years to come.
The glistening effect created by the translucent marble is well described by kalim a mughal court poet who wrote that the taj resembles dawn s bright face.
Taj mahal is a quartzite from brazil.
It is mined in the town of makrana in rajasthan india and was used in the construction of several iconic monuments such as the taj mahal in agra and the victoria memorial in kolkata.
It can be used for kitchen countertops without having the scratching and etching issues experienced with marble.
Choosing this stone is a fantastic decision for any home.
It is the white crystalline marble facing of the main mausoleum for which the taj is so famous.
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Makrana marble is a type of white marble popular for use in sculpture and building decor.
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Like most mughal tombs the basic elements are persian in origin.
This white quartzite resembles the italian calacatta marbles in appearance but is much harder and more durable.
The tomb is the central focus of the entire complex of the taj mahal.
Polished stone type.
In addition many see quartzite as a viable and more durable alternative to marble.
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The taj mahal is built of white marble that reflects hues according to the intensity of the sunlight or the moonlight.