We came through the dark archway into the dazzling light, intense heat and spectacular view of the Taj Mahal. Spectacular is such an inadequate word, we should pen a new one. Twenty five people diverse in almost every way but united in our response to the sight. Many of us had spent the previous evening walking through the crowded alley like streets of old Delhi on our way to Karim’s a kebab restaurant in this primarily vegetarian country. We had not yet lost Josh, gotten on the wrong train, had our guide threatened by police, been felled one by one by the stomach warriors of India or fallen in love with the women and especially children of the villages, but we were already fascinated and ready to begin our tour of two countries with our fearless leaders Professor Kevin Kolben and Harsh Dutia. We thank them for sharing this country with us and leading us on this journey to which they dedicated their time and their hearts. - Professor Judy Iskovitz (2010 Course)
The Taj Mahal is one of the most beautiful architectural creations I have ever seen. The beauty lies in the white marble that shines with the light, be it the sun light or the moon light. Our trip began by getting up at 5 AM and taking a trip to Agra. It was ridiculously hot, our tour guide explained to us why the Taj Mahal was built. Interestingly enough the Taj Mahal was built for love. Shah Jahan had promised his wife three wishes, and one them was to build the ultimate monument to love, and a homage to her beauty and life.
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