The Taj Mahal of Bangladesh


Bangladesh will have, and in fact already has, its own Taj Mahal. Those who thought that it was an inimitable monumet were very wrong. While it will never have the charm that one of the 7 New Wonders of the WorldThe truth is that it is quite similar and has an undeniable appeal.

Ahsanullah Moni, a Bangladeshi film producer, wanted his country to have a replica of the authentic Taj Mahal found in Agra (India). Although it is not yet fully finished, you can already access the site for a small price of 50 taka (about 50 euro cents).

A total of 45 million euros This is what Moni has spent on Italian marble and granite that have served to erect the monument. Although the Indians are quite irritated For this reply, he excuses himself commenting that his countrymen do not have money to travel to Agra and that is why he has done so.

The official opening will take place next March 26, 2009, coinciding with the national day of Bangladesh (Liberation Day). The new Taj Mahal will occupy a square of 20 hectares, located in Moni's hometown, Narayanganj.

Banglar Tajmahal - বাংলার তাজমহল (May 2024)


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