Surprising revelations about the legendary Mughal empire of ancient India
From the Taj Mahal to its unique fusion art, the Mughal Empire left a lasting mark on Asian history and culture, ending with the British invasion.
Báo Khoa học và Đời sống•08/11/2025
Descended from the lineage of Genghis Khan and Timur. Babur - the founder of the Mughal Empire - was a descendant of Genghis Khan and Timur, two of the greatest conquerors of ancient Asia. Photo: Pinterest. Once ruled almost all of India. At its height, the Mughal Empire controlled much of the subcontinent, including India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Afghanistan. Photo: Pinterest.
Mughal art is a subtle blend of many different traditions. Mughal style combines Persian, Central Asian, Islamic and indigenous Indian traditions. Photo: Pinterest. The Taj Mahal is a symbol of love and power. Emperor Shah Jahan built the Taj Mahal in memory of his queen Mumtaz Mahal – an eternal masterpiece of Mughal architecture. Photo: Pinterest.
The official language of the court was Persian. Although they ruled in India, Mughal nobles and scholars used Persian in literature and administration. Photo: Pinterest. Emperor Akbar was famous for his tolerance. Akbar the Great encouraged religious dialogue, respected other faiths, and forbade religious discrimination in his court. Photo: Pinterest. Contributed greatly to Indian cuisine . Dishes like biryani, kebabs and naan were perfected during the Mughal period and have survived to this day. Photo: Pinterest.
Decline after the British invasion. After the 18th century, Mughal power rapidly weakened, and in 1858, the last emperor was deposed. Photo: Pinterest. Dear readers, please watch the video : Origin of civilization / VTV2
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