Buildings Built For Love

Location: Agra, India

History: One of the best-known structures built for love, the Taj Majal combines Persian, Indian, and Islamic architectural styles. While the dome and standing minarets are made of white marble, the outlying buildings are mostly built of red sandstone. The story behind the structure? Emperor Shah Jahan hoped to honor his deceased wife with a stunning, ornate tomb, and the resulting structure has become one of the most famous buildings in the world.