Secrets of Taj Mahal: Hidden treasures or secrets of Hindu rule; 22 sealed chambers of Taj Mahal have…

Secrets of Taj Mahal: India’s iconic Taj Mahal, seen across the world as an epitome of love and architectural excellence has been covered by thousands of media articles around the world for its beauty and secrets. The iconic Taj was built by Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan and it holds a place among the Seven Wonders of the World. After centuries of its completion, millions of visitors and admirers from across the world are still drawn towards the Taj Mahal due to its secrets. One of the most prominent mysteries that has always been in spotlight is the presence of 22 locked rooms in the monument. Here are all the details about the mystery around 22 locked rooms in the monument.

22 sealed chambers of Taj Mahal

The 22 sealed chambers of the Taj Mahal have sparked numerous theories in the recent decades. Ranging from the existence of hidden treasures and various other secrets, various reports on speculations around the historic Taj Mahal have gained momentum. Notably, P.N. Oak argued in his book that the Taj Mahal was originally a Shiva temple called Tejo Mahalaya.

Historians on secrets of the Taj Mahal

According to Oak, the monument was initially built by a Hindu king and was later taken over by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, who transformed it into a mausoleum. He also claimed that the sealed chambers house several Hindu idols, lending weight to the theory that the Taj Mahal was once a temple.

In contrast, historian Rana Safvi was quoted as saying in a report by BBC that “there is no question” of revisiting the history of the Taj Mahal, firmly stating that no evidence supports the idea of a temple having existed at the site.

“There was a haveli [mansion] owned by Hindu ruler Jai Singh, which existed before the Taj was built there,” she added.

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