Taj Mahal

In 1592 a prince called Khurram was born in the Indian Empire. He became a handsome, eager and quickminded young man, but still he did not feel love. When he went to the Meena Bazar however, things changed, and he fell in love with Arjumand, a girl selling confections and silk. After consulting his father, Arjumand and Prince Khurram decided to wed. They married, and were as happy as can be. At the wedding ceremony, prince Khurram decided to honor his wife with a new name - Mumtaz Mahal, the jewel of the palace. The couple lived happily, and Mumtaz was adored by the people. They had many children, which the devoted parents spent time instructing. When the prince travelled, Mumtaz would come too, since they couldn't stay away from each other. They conquered many kingdoms and expanded the borders of the empire. After the king's death, Khuram became king, and was a very wise leader. One day, Mumtaz announced that she was with child. At this time Khurram had to go on a long journey. However, since they could not stand to be parted from one another Mumtaz decided to come. However, the night she gave she gave birth, she was too weak, and she passed away. Her last words were "I have a wish that all the world will know of our love." Prince Khurram spent days and nights mourning, and didn't eat or sleep. However, one day he thought about that wish, and made it come true. He built a great tomb and garden for his beloved empress. He traded jewels from other countries, hired many architects. "They tomb must be perfect, as if heaven and earth were joined," he said. One day, the tomb was finished, and it was beautiful. Khurram's words were, "It is almost as perfect as our love." He named the tomb Taj Mahal.

Khurram was finally feeling like he had made his debt to Mumtaz. However, one day he grew sick, and his son, eager for power, locked him up. For eight years he was captured in side the red fort of Agra, and that is where he died. However, Taj Mahal still stands today to show their love.