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Taj Mahal needs a good cleaning
16 May 2007
One of the world's most famous and beautiful manmade structures may undergo some beauty therapy to keep it looking pristine.
The Taj Mahal in India was built by the Mogul emperor Shah Jahan in 1654 in memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal.
It has long been a major tourist attraction and one which has always symbolised love and evoked emotion in those who have visited it.
However, local officials have become slightly concerned over the years that the white marble which makes it stand out so much is turning a nasty shade of yellow.
The issue has even been discussed in the Indian parliament, where the yellowing of the ancient building was blamed on pollution levels.
Experts have been suggesting different ways of restoring the Taj Mahal back to its former beauty but none have worked.
However, the answer may have been found in the form of a mud-pack - much like one you may have at a spa.
'To restore the pristine glory of the Taj Mahal ... the clay-pack treatment, which is non-corrosive and non-abrasive [should be] carried out for the removal of the accretionary deposits,' said a government report.
The work should take between two and three months to complete.
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The Taj Mahal in India was built by the Mogul emperor Shah Jahan in 1654 in memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal.
It has long been a major tourist attraction and one which has always symbolised love and evoked emotion in those who have visited it.
However, local officials have become slightly concerned over the years that the white marble which makes it stand out so much is turning a nasty shade of yellow.
The issue has even been discussed in the Indian parliament, where the yellowing of the ancient building was blamed on pollution levels.
Experts have been suggesting different ways of restoring the Taj Mahal back to its former beauty but none have worked.
However, the answer may have been found in the form of a mud-pack - much like one you may have at a spa.
'To restore the pristine glory of the Taj Mahal ... the clay-pack treatment, which is non-corrosive and non-abrasive [should be] carried out for the removal of the accretionary deposits,' said a government report.
The work should take between two and three months to complete.
If you'd like to see this destination for yourself, use Opodo's travel search engine to find flights, hotels, holidays and car hire worldwide.
© Adfero Ltd
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