Mughal Empire
1526-1857 CE
2 articles: 1 person, 1 building
The powerful Islamic empire that ruled most of the Indian subcontinent, known for its cultural achievements and architectural masterpieces.
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Babur: The Tiger of Hindustan and Founder of the [Mughal Empire](/articles/mughal-empire)
Zahir-ud-Din Muhammad Babur, descendant of [Timur](/articles/timur) and Genghis Khan, founded the Mughal Empire in India after losing his ancestral kingdom in Central Asia, establishing a dynasty that would rule the subcontinent for over three centuries.
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Taj Mahal - Monument to Eternal Love
The Taj Mahal (1632-1653 CE) is an ivory-white marble mausoleum built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Located in Agra, India, this masterpiece blends Persian, Islamic, and Indian architectural traditions, representing the pinnacle of Mughal achievement.