Taj Mahal
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.
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- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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