Thaj Mahal- A Theme Unto All Generations. Poem by Ravi Panamanna

Beyond the lawns
Beyond the ramparts
Stands a wonder on marbles
Upon the lap of eternal winds.

Beyond the Royal mark
Beyond the twinkling stars
Lies a poignant dream
Across the sprawling sylvan meads.

Beyond the centuries,
Beyond the endless tears,
Lies the heart of Shahjahan*
Marking the fountains of love.

Upon the playgrounds of Krishna*
Stands an everlasting theme of love.
Bound by the waters of Yamuna*
Is a graceful poem sung unto every heart.

Here opens a charming dale of love,
Here ceases not the season of spring.
From the crypt is heard a whispering heart,
A theme sung unto all generations.
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Shahjahan* - The Mughal emperor who built Thajmahal in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. It took over two decades to complete it. This was completed around 1650. This is one of the seven wonders of the world. Agra's historical soil holds this magnificent edifice. It is three hours drive from New Delhi.

Krishna* - The Hindu god who had spent his life on the banks of Yamuna. His Mathura, Gokulam, Brindavan are not far away from Agra. He is the embodiment of all grace and love.

Yamuna* - Thajmahal is situated on the banks of this river.