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Preserving The Taj Mahal Case Study

Preserving The Taj Mahal The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), under the Ministry of Culture, is the premier organization for the archaeological research and protection of the cultural heritage of the nation. Maintenance of ancient monuments and archaeological sites and remains of national importance is the prime concern of the ASI.

They have over 3693 monuments under their supervision and have been actively looking for solutions to digitize and archive these historical monuments. Taj Mahal is One of the Seven Wonders of the World . Also spelled Tadj Mahall, the mausoleum complex is situated in Agra. The Taj Mahal was built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahān (reigned 1628–58) to immortalize his wife Mumtaz (“Chosen One of the Palace”), who died in childbirth in 1631, having been the emperor’s inseparable companion since their marriage in 1612. Taj Mahal is India’s most famous and widely recognized building. In its harmonious proportions and its fluid incorporation of decorative elements, the Taj Mahal is distinguished as the finest example of Mughal architecture, a blend of Indian, Persian, and

Islamic styles. Other attractions include twin mosque buildings (placed symmetrically on either side of the mausoleum), lovely gardens, and a museum. CHALLENGE Being Over 500 years the site is deteriorating over time due to weather conditions, pollution and human intervention. ASI is doing its best to preserve the site but they were also looking for a solution to digitize and archive the Taj Mahal and ensure it is available to future generations. Introduced to ASI by The Indian Ambassador to Norway Dr.B.Bala Bhasker, Piql along with their plugin digitization partners from Slovakia Studio 727 presented a complete solution to scan, digitize and archive the Mousoleum.

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