The Taj Mahal Mausoleum and the Moon

Abstract

Here we are proposing an astronomical analysis of the Taj Mahal mausoleum made by means of a modern ephemeris, the Photographer s Ephemeris, a well-known software used for planning outdoor photography. A remarkable alignment with moonrise and moonset azimuths on minor lunar standstill is observed for the four pavilions at the corners of the platform of the mausoleum. Some reference to the moon can also be seen in the gardens.

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