The Taj Mahal is known as a symbol of love. Indeed, but there are many other unsaid stories of the power struggle to establish Agra as a center of influence similar to present-day Samarkand in Uzbekistan.

We often overlook the inlay art that adorns the walls of the Taj and the stories of the artisans behind the scenes. Back in the day, people were called from as far as Persia to work with expert local Hindu architects from India over a period of 16 years, making the Taj a breadwinner for hundreds of families in the early 17th century.

The Agra inlay artisans tour starts with a visit to the Taj Mahal, followed by the families who are still the custodians of inlay art.