Under Emperor Shah Jahan, Mughal architecture reached its artistic peak. The most iconic structure from his reign is the Taj Mahal, a white marble mausoleum that masterfully blends symmetry, Persian aesthetics, and lush garden settings. Other highlights of his era include:
Delhi Red Fort (begun in 1638)
Diwan-i-Am (Hall of Public Audience)
Diwan-i-Khas (Hall of Private Audience) that once held the Peacock Throne
Jama Masjid (1650–56) — a grand mosque with a huge courtyard and sweeping stairway
Common features of this period include double domes, recessed archways, and a focus on balance and symmetry, along with exquisite decoration.
Later Mughal Period: Aurangzeb and Beyond
Under Aurangzeb (1658–1707), fewer monuments were built, and the grandeur declined. However, the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore stands out as a major architectural work from his reign. Post-Aurangzeb, Mughal architecture lost its earlier coherence and grandeur.
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