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What's the DEAL with Taj Mahal? Mapping Mughal Docs to Myths & Mysteries
Who actually built the Taj Mahal? Was it really Shah Jahan or Ustad Ahmed Lahori? Or was it an Italian Architect? Was it really built as a romantic gesture for Mumtaz? Or Shah Jahan planned to built the Taj for himself? Is Taj Mahal an overrated poster boy of Indian Culture? In this documentary, I take a deeper dive into the various lores and conspiracy theories that shrouds the Taj Mahal.
00:00 - Intro
02:10 - Transpositional Error
06:10 - First Impressions
12:10 - Disclaimers on the Controversies
13:20 - Land Litigation of Taj Mahal
15:40 - Chopped of limbs of workers & architects
20:00 - The Black Taj Mahal
26:00 - British Vandalism & Gemstones
28:40 - The Haunted Tales of the Crypt
29:50 - Archeological Survey of India
30:20 - Night Story of Taj Mahal
31:00 - Conclusion
Sources:
1. Archives of Archeological Survey of India
2. The Taj Mahal and Its Incarnation (1631-1648 A.D) by Ram Nath
3. Memoirs & Albums of Royal Collection Trust
4. Generative AI for pictorial illustrations
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Abandoned History of 923 Years | A look into the Dark Past of the #Amber
zhlédnutí 606Před 2 měsíci
Return journeys are mostly uneventful. Tanot being the highlight of Border drive, but this time a detour to Jaipur brought us a little closer to a complete different history of #Amber fort Enroute Bangalore, we lost our way and accidentally found ourselves in front of the Taj Mahal and had some pretty wild encounters. But that will be a story for the next one! And if you're here for the first t...
BP609, Longewala, Tanot Mata Mandir | A Roadtrip to A War Zone | Border Drive Grand Finale | Part 2
zhlédnutí 342Před 4 měsíci
Travel Story - For context, we drove from Bangalore to IndoPak Border at #Jaisalmer to experience the life at the Line of Control. Bangalore to Jaisalmer - czcams.com/video/f2TEd0I6tUc/video.html Exploring Munabao Border - czcams.com/video/3rSqIt-w_Q8/video.html Exploring Sam & Border Villages - czcams.com/video/ITjtEXeuWGI/video.html Exploring BP609, Longewala, Tanot Mata Mandir - This one In ...
Sam, Jaisalmer to Longewala - Everything you DON’T NEED to know | Border Drive Grand Finale | Part 1
zhlédnutí 413Před 4 měsíci
Travel Story - For context, we drove from Bangalore to IndoPak Border to experience the life at the Line of Control. Bangalore to Jaisalmer - czcams.com/video/f2TEd0I6tUc/video.html Exploring Munabao Border - czcams.com/video/3rSqIt-w_Q8/video.html Exploring Sam & Border Villages - czcams.com/video/ITjtEXeuWGI/video.html Exploring BP609, Longewala, Tanot Mata Mandir - czcams.com/video/yHdM7ku-2...
What happens in Munabao, stays in Munabao! Our misadventures at the border...
zhlédnutí 1,1KPřed 6 měsíci
Travel Story - For context we drove from Bangalore to IndoPak Border to experience the life at the Line of Control. Bangalore to Jaisalmer - czcams.com/video/f2TEd0I6tUc/video.html Exploring Munabao Border - czcams.com/video/3rSqIt-w_Q8/video.html Exploring Sam & Border Villages - czcams.com/video/ITjtEXeuWGI/video.html Exploring BP609, Longewala, Tanot Mata Mandir - czcams.com/video/yHdM7ku-24...
Bangalore to Jaisalmer Roadtrip : Why we took this unconventional route?
zhlédnutí 5KPřed 6 měsíci
For context, we drove from Bangalore to IndoPak Border to experience the life at the Line of Control. Bangalore to Jaisalmer - czcams.com/video/f2TEd0I6tUc/video.html Exploring Munabao Border - czcams.com/video/3rSqIt-w_Q8/video.html Exploring Sam & Border Villages - czcams.com/video/ITjtEXeuWGI/video.html Exploring BP609, Longewala, Tanot Mata Mandir - czcams.com/video/yHdM7ku-24Y/video.html T...
Cinematic Travel Video | Coorg x Venetian Blinds
zhlédnutí 157Před 7 měsíci
What I thought was gone, Was hidden in my pocket, In plain sight all along… The mind sees what it wants to see, but unfortunately the camera doesn’t - especially amid this passing decadence. So here’s a mind-montage of yet another place which are often ignored by tourists - just like those Venetian blinds. The ears perked up on the lyrics by Swedish singer-songwriter Mattias Tell and played to ...
'Imaginary Hike' through the hidden trails of Western Ghats
zhlédnutí 302Před 11 měsíci
My dreams are full of stuff like this. And the only difficult thing is to find these perfect peaceful oasis in my mind - and making the effort to make my dream happen. And so whenever I am not dreaming and chasing those dollars and deadlines through the maddening crowds, I will make sure I do make the time now and again, to jump into the car and then ride away till I reach that special place. M...
Bishnupur: Roadtrip to the Terracotta Capital of India
zhlédnutí 136Před 11 měsíci
Without art, the crudeness of reality would make the world unbearable ~ said Bernard Shaw. And this totally sums up most of our travels. As part of our quest to see the “seeable” places of South Bengal over idle weekends, we pushed a little further to Bishnupur. But for its beautifully made terracotta temples (approximately 30 in all), Bishnupur town would have been a very insignificant, obscur...
Bikna Bankura | An encounter with ancient art form Dokra in West Bengal
zhlédnutí 426Před 2 lety
While road tripping my backyard, precisely #Bankura, visited #Bikna and got the opportunity to talk to the #Dokra craftsmen practicing this ancient artform. Dokra is the art of melting figurines through the now near extinct metal casting technique. Dokra is characterised by primitive simplicity, rustic beauty, imaginative designs and patterns making it a coveted collector’s item. We were no dif...
Bangalore to Bengal Weekend Drive | 2 days 2000 kms | Cinematic
zhlédnutí 2,6KPřed 2 lety
Roadtrips are sunshine mixed with a little hurricane. Here's the story of our much needed cross country drive after a very long time! From planning to execution, roadtrips are fun. This marks the start of another epic driving holiday!
Durga Puja in Bangalore, a cinematic rendition
zhlédnutí 1,5KPřed 2 lety
Durga Puja in Kolkata is unparalleled for the glitz and glamour. Durga Puja is not just a festival for Bengalis, it’s also a moment of nostalgia and emotion. Right from getting the Pujo Pujo gondho, the serene view of kash-phul to the Ashtami-r-Anjali and Bijoya Dashami-r-Sindoor Khela, it is the most awaited time of the year. While most Bengalis head back to their hometown, there are unlucky f...
The Offshore Kumortuli | God Makers of Silicon Valley Doc
zhlédnutí 2,4KPřed 2 lety
I spent few weekends with the artists of offshore Kumortuli for 2 months during weekends to capture their story. These artists of Kumortuli come to Bangalore every year before Ganesh Chaturthi and return to Nabadweep in West Bengal at the onset of Durga Puja. When I first visited them this year to order for our Durga Pratima, I found them abandoning the idols under a tree. This spurred a conver...
Jaisalmer, the Golden City | A Travel Documentary | Day 1
zhlédnutí 334Před 2 lety
This is our tribute to the Legend Satyajit Ray on his birth centenary, a drive to Jaisalmer, Sonar Kella. In the early 1970s, Jaisalmer Fort was in a state of dereliction and ruin. In the climax of Sonar Kella, Ray and his crew gave the first quick tour of the fort spaces, seen through Mukul’s recollections of the place. However, Ray omitted one crucial detail. He showed Jaisalmer Fort as an ab...
Bangalore to Rajasthan Roadtrip Part 3: The Memorable Bikaner Jaisalmer Drive
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Bangalore to Rajasthan Roadtrip Part 3: The Memorable Bikaner Jaisalmer Drive
An evening in Bikaner | Rampuria Haveli & Bhand Shah Jain Temple Quick Tour
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An evening in Bikaner | Rampuria Haveli & Bhand Shah Jain Temple Quick Tour
Bikaner -Beyond being Bhujia Captial of the World | Day 1 Travel Video | Ft. Junagarh Fort & Lalgarh
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Bikaner -Beyond being Bhujia Captial of the World | Day 1 Travel Video | Ft. Junagarh Fort & Lalgarh
Met the Seth of Mandawa, Snehi Ram Ladia Haveli | The Film City of Rajasthan | Shekhawati Roadtrip
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Met the Seth of Mandawa, Snehi Ram Ladia Haveli | The Film City of Rajasthan | Shekhawati Roadtrip
Exploring the Painted Towns of Shekhawati | Poddar Haveli Guided Tour | Nawalgarh Mandawa | EP2
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Exploring the Painted Towns of Shekhawati | Poddar Haveli Guided Tour | Nawalgarh Mandawa | EP2
Roadtrip to Shekhawati Region in a pseudo-cinematic style | Feat. Poddar Morarka Haveli | Nawalgarh
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Roadtrip to Shekhawati Region in a pseudo-cinematic style | Feat. Poddar Morarka Haveli | Nawalgarh
Jaipur FoodVentures | Mahaveer Rabri Bhandar | Feat. Hawa Mahal, Amer Fort, Jal Mahal | Day 2 | EP4
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Jaipur FoodVentures | Mahaveer Rabri Bhandar | Feat. Hawa Mahal, Amer Fort, Jal Mahal | Day 2 | EP4
Bangalore Rajasthan Roadtrip | Jaipur City Palace Tour | Lavish Home Rajasthan Royals | Day 2 | EP3
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Bangalore Rajasthan Roadtrip | Jaipur City Palace Tour | Lavish Home Rajasthan Royals | Day 2 | EP3
Jaipur Food & Shopping | Bapu Bazar | LMB | Sanjay Omlette | Gulabji Chaiwala | EP2
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Jaipur Food & Shopping | Bapu Bazar | LMB | Sanjay Omlette | Gulabji Chaiwala | EP2
Bangalore to Jaipur Roadtrip | 2.5 Days in a Fortuner | Post Lockdown | Rangeelo Rajasthan | EP1
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Bangalore to Jaipur Roadtrip | 2.5 Days in a Fortuner | Post Lockdown | Rangeelo Rajasthan | EP1
Bangalore to Rajasthan Roadtrip Cinematic Trailer | Post Lockdown | Rangeelo Rajasthan | Dec 2020
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Bangalore to Rajasthan Roadtrip Cinematic Trailer | Post Lockdown | Rangeelo Rajasthan | Dec 2020

Komentáře

  • @amitmajumder3957
    @amitmajumder3957 Před 10 dny

    Excellent narration of forts of Rajasthan

  • @sayakde9547
    @sayakde9547 Před 2 měsíci

    Did I hear bag-pipes in the beginning?

    • @MilesOnRubber
      @MilesOnRubber Před měsícem

      It was like a bugle call before the act started.

  • @sayakde9547
    @sayakde9547 Před 2 měsíci

    “Optimus”tically speaking.

  • @enigmaticmonk8682
    @enigmaticmonk8682 Před 2 měsíci

    Great find ❤❤ times I really appreciate a time spent on you tube❤❤

  • @venkateshkumar9168
    @venkateshkumar9168 Před 2 měsíci

    To wake up the little one is so laborious yet their excitement on waking up - PRICELESS. Your narration quality is excellent. These things make watching travel vlogs so absorbing. ❤ Khub vhalo

    • @MilesOnRubber
      @MilesOnRubber Před 2 měsíci

      Thank you very much for leaving such a beautiful note! Appreciate it 😊

  • @shahrukhmansoori6471
    @shahrukhmansoori6471 Před 2 měsíci

    Distance se darr nhii lgta 😂😂super❤

  • @shahrukhmansoori6471
    @shahrukhmansoori6471 Před 2 měsíci

  • @amaanullamokashi1644
    @amaanullamokashi1644 Před 2 měsíci

    "Wow, what an epic journey from Bangalore to Jaisalmer! Also the breathtaking landscapes, vibrant cultures, and hidden gems along the way. Road trips like these always inspire me to explore more of our beautiful country. Looking forward to experiencing the adventure through your lens!"

  • @sayakde9547
    @sayakde9547 Před 3 měsíci

    Jai Maa Tanot

  • @sayakde9547
    @sayakde9547 Před 3 měsíci

    “Sentinels of sand” - “Baaluchawrer Sepai”

  • @MilesOnRubber
    @MilesOnRubber Před 3 měsíci

    Here’s the part 2 of this story - czcams.com/video/yHdM7ku-24Y/video.html

  • @arunithchakrabarty2556
    @arunithchakrabarty2556 Před 4 měsíci

    Splendid treat ,thanks for your awesome Odyssey.

    • @MilesOnRubber
      @MilesOnRubber Před 4 měsíci

      Thank you for this message! Glad to know you were around 😊

  • @MilesOnRubber
    @MilesOnRubber Před 4 měsíci

    Here’s the next part from Sam and the drive to a remote village at Longewala - czcams.com/video/ITjtEXeuWGI/video.htmlsi=Ro2tz-_4j0wd1ggd

  • @MilesOnRubber
    @MilesOnRubber Před 4 měsíci

    Here’s the next part from Munabao border - czcams.com/video/3rSqIt-w_Q8/video.htmlsi=r4HTDSqC1n1tozdr

  • @sayakde9547
    @sayakde9547 Před 4 měsíci

    Khub bhalo laglo. Background score ta improve korche with every video. Must say.

  • @susovanmukhopadhyay3040
    @susovanmukhopadhyay3040 Před 4 měsíci

    Loved it! You nailed it again 😊. Had a virtual tour. Waiting for part II now. P.S. Seeing you seating “on the other side “ is delightful! Congratulations!

    • @MilesOnRubber
      @MilesOnRubber Před 4 měsíci

      I’m also very happy to be relegated to the sidelines 🤣. Thank you!

  • @rdey10
    @rdey10 Před 4 měsíci

    A good one!! I have mixed feelings about this though!! 😀 The Jaisalmer camp was where I learnt every cuss word in the Dictionary ( there were a few sloshed guys in the next tent and they spent the whole night swearing 🤣… only sometimes the head drunk sobered up enough to scream “ QUIET! THERE IS A FAMILY NEXT DOOR” and those screams in a stupor was loud enough to rouse Kumbhakarna!! Souren dropped his wallet here with all his cards and money.. its still lying there somewhere, buried in sand !! 🤣

    • @MilesOnRubber
      @MilesOnRubber Před 4 měsíci

      Totally agree! And that’s exactly the duality of the commercial side of Thar that I wanted to portray. It was a morning like any other mornings, yet ‘perfect’ amongst all mornings - because the beauty was not ‘off the roof’ but ‘off the freakin’ roof’ 😉 - the skies had excellent pastel shades all across! Let’s keep travel real! ✌🏽

    • @rdey10
      @rdey10 Před 4 měsíci

      @@MilesOnRubber - Yes !! These experiences are what make travel .. well .. travel!! 😊 We didn’t see the shades of sunrise though .. there was a mild sandstorm and rains in the morning.. a dull, dusky desert with the sand rising in a whirl in the distance!! It was so beautiful… But speaking about the commercial side … we saw a very exploitative side in the desert… the women walk kilometers barefoot to the sand dunes , some with little children .. every single day to earn whatever little they can by showcasing some dance moves, taking some photos .. and in every step they have to fight humiliation, disrespect, obscene advances from tourists, locals, the shack owners, the Camel herders… We could do nothing!! 😢

    • @MilesOnRubber
      @MilesOnRubber Před 4 měsíci

      Thanks for sharing these nuances. It really helps me get another perspective. I so wish to visit this landscape during the summers to experience what a hot desert really means. I think, at times we need to get down from our high horses to understand and experience this place, thru the lens of the inhabitants of these borderlands.

  • @Rubberontheroads
    @Rubberontheroads Před 4 měsíci

    We also drove a very exciting road from Jaisalmer to Munabao and that was Bharat Mala road… hope u would have also drove on that

  • @Rubberontheroads
    @Rubberontheroads Před 4 měsíci

    Happy to see u back in this vlog; just after seeing your last vlog of reaching munabao; we got excited to experience the same and we did it… also stuck in sands in sundara … but really we were aware about the fact that we will face that challenge…just as u experienced.. thanks

    • @MilesOnRubber
      @MilesOnRubber Před 4 měsíci

      Thank you! Glad to know that you enjoyed the ‘Tar to Thar’ experience! Indeed Bharat Mala was a bliss to drive.

  • @mohammadmurtuzahussain
    @mohammadmurtuzahussain Před 5 měsíci

    This series is like a documentary, beautiful shots, the background music fits so well, kudos to you guys for making this trip happen.

    • @MilesOnRubber
      @MilesOnRubber Před 5 měsíci

      Thanks Murtuza! Wish you a very happy new year.

  • @mohammadmurtuzahussain
    @mohammadmurtuzahussain Před 5 měsíci

    Subscribed ☑️

  • @anirbanghosh7838
    @anirbanghosh7838 Před 5 měsíci

    Awesome bhai keep travelling and keep munching on those awesome miles.

  • @anand3494
    @anand3494 Před 5 měsíci

    Sir am your new subscriber, this is not vlog this is a epic movie...

    • @MilesOnRubber
      @MilesOnRubber Před 5 měsíci

      Thank you for your kind words, Sir! Glad you liked it. 😊

  • @ranjanmahottam2088
    @ranjanmahottam2088 Před 6 měsíci

    Awesome storytelling Mayukh. Glued till the very end. Loved it.

  • @susovanmukhopadhyay3040
    @susovanmukhopadhyay3040 Před 6 měsíci

    Amazing! Finished in one go without missing a frame! Superb editing, background score, voice over! Loved everything about it! Waiting for the next one…you have set the bar really high now!

    • @MilesOnRubber
      @MilesOnRubber Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks a lot! That’s my goal as well, to tell the story of the place in best possible way! Hoping to live up to those expectations 🤞🏽

  • @rdey10
    @rdey10 Před 6 měsíci

    This is amazing!! 😍 The video, the storytelling, the short infusions of history… outstanding work!! Undoubtedly your best so far.. 👍

    • @MilesOnRubber
      @MilesOnRubber Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks a mountain! You just made our day! 🫡

  • @MilesOnRubber
    @MilesOnRubber Před 6 měsíci

    We don’t ask you to subscribe. Just let us know if you’re here by leaving a comment. Reading your messages, makes our day 😊

  • @MilesOnRubber
    @MilesOnRubber Před 6 měsíci

    We love stories - telling one or listening to one. If you’re here, let us know yours. We don’t ask you to subscribe but do us a solid, and let us know you were here. Would love to get your perspective! As always, thanks for being with us!

  • @MilesOnRubber
    @MilesOnRubber Před 6 měsíci

    We love stories - telling one or listening to one. If you’re here, let us know yours. Do us a solid and leave a candid note here. Might give us some inspiration for future. As always, thanks for being with us!

  • @RovingFamily
    @RovingFamily Před 6 měsíci

    I was totally hooked till end. What a vlog... simply outstanding. Crisp editing, beautiful soundtrack and cherry on the cake is your commentary. I don't understand why the views are so less. CZcams should promote your videos. I am subscribing!

    • @MilesOnRubber
      @MilesOnRubber Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks Sir! Just noticed you have a a great repertoire of drive experiences. Bookmarked for my future trips and a binge session over the weekends. Appreciate all that you do for the community 🙏🏽

  • @venkateshkumar9168
    @venkateshkumar9168 Před 6 měsíci

    A trip off the beaten track....just awesome. Kudos !!!

    • @MilesOnRubber
      @MilesOnRubber Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks Venkatesh! Glad you enjoyed it. I am sure you would find the Border Drive series interesting. Part one is going live today, cheers!

  • @sayakde9547
    @sayakde9547 Před 6 měsíci

    One Like from the “De” family.

  • @RovingFamily
    @RovingFamily Před 6 měsíci

    Just found your channel. This vlog is simply captivating, outstanding editing and your choice of background music is very good... loved it.

    • @MilesOnRubber
      @MilesOnRubber Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks for such a lovely comment, made our day! Appreciate your observant eye for detail, cheers 🍻

  • @animapatra9531
    @animapatra9531 Před 6 měsíci

    👍❤️

  • @anirbanpatra6248
    @anirbanpatra6248 Před 6 měsíci

    If your theme permits this time ,when crossing jaisalmer , let the enchanting melody of sonar kella weave thru the air ,creating a captivating background music that echoes and blend with the rich cultural tapestry of the ancient city.

  • @anirbanpatra6248
    @anirbanpatra6248 Před 6 měsíci

    Mayukh da : How are you able to narrate the road trips journey so elegantly ? I have been an avid watcher of so many vloggers ,but when I watch "MOR",it takes me to a different world, so soothing to ears, so good to eyes,so inspiring .

    • @MilesOnRubber
      @MilesOnRubber Před 6 měsíci

      Thank you Anirban, for such an inspiring note. Will be a source of light during those grey days!

  • @anindyapal2339
    @anindyapal2339 Před 6 měsíci

    Surreal. Inspired by your 2020 Rajasthan trip, we just did a 18 day trip from Bangalore to Rajasthan this October. We entered through Barmer, Jaisalmer. In the same vehicle make with a similar family construct ( 3 of us) taking the same route. Looking forward to know more about remainder of your trip. Regards Anindya

    • @MilesOnRubber
      @MilesOnRubber Před 6 měsíci

      Thank you, Anindya! Looks like we have a lot in common. Will be interesting to see/read/hear, your account of the trip. Cheers!

  • @Itz___gopsa
    @Itz___gopsa Před 6 měsíci

    Well come to Rajasthan ❤🎉

  • @shrabanihati
    @shrabanihati Před 7 měsíci

    "Stunning cinematography! The visuals in this video are truly captivating.

  • @shreyanshdeymondal
    @shreyanshdeymondal Před 7 měsíci

    Wow so beautiful scene.

  • @antaripghatak1326
    @antaripghatak1326 Před 7 měsíci

    ❤❤

  • @shreyanshdeymondal
    @shreyanshdeymondal Před 7 měsíci

    Wow shahrukh khan posey juljuler chobie tuley ditey.

    • @MilesOnRubber
      @MilesOnRubber Před 7 měsíci

      Tomar darun chokh ache Shreyansh! Jeetey raho bachcha!

  • @soumondal
    @soumondal Před 7 měsíci

    Darun Hoyeche Mayukh !!

  • @animapatra9531
    @animapatra9531 Před 7 měsíci

    Beautiful!

  • @maazmustafa272
    @maazmustafa272 Před 9 měsíci

    Good job bro Quite interesting and informative