Taj Mahal: Secrets, Myths, and the True Construction Story | History9

Discover the Taj Mahal’s secrets and myths as we reveal the true construction story of this wonder of the world — step by step.

The Taj Mahal is more than a symbol of love — it’s a masterpiece of engineering and architecture. In this documentary, we uncover the secrets and myths of its creation, revealing the true construction story step by step. From sinking foundations on the banks of the Yamuna to the soaring marble dome and minarets, discover how thousands of workers and artisans brought this wonder of the world to life. Was the legend of Shah Jahan cutting off his builders’ hands true, or just a myth? Watch to find out.
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📖 Chapters / Timestamps
0:08 – Cold Open: The Myth of Hands Cut Off
1:23 – The Reason & The Site
2:56 – Challenge of the Soil
4:00 – Chameli Farsh Raft
5:35 – Plinth & Retaining Walls
6:39 – Timber Frames & Vaults
7:25 – The Double Dome
8:28 – The Four Minarets
9:07 – Art in Stone (Pietra Dura & Calligraphy)
10:09 – Mosque & Jawab
10:33 – Gardens & Hydraulics
11:33 – Chhatris and Finial
12:02 – The Truth Reveal
13:07 – Secrets of the Design
13:50 – The Myth Revealed


🔍 What You’ll Discover
• The hidden blueprint of the Taj Mahal.
• How well foundations stopped the monument from sinking.
• Why the minarets lean outward by design.
• The science behind the double dome.
• The genius of Mughal hydraulics and fountains.
• The truth about the hands-cut-off myth.

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