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The Taj Mahal: The Crown Jewel of India with Tiago Neiva
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Tiago Miranda Neiva was born and raised in Lisbon. He studied architecture in Rome and worked later in distinct offices in Portugal and Spain. For several years he was Professor of Arts and Art History, having a Master's degree in Teaching of Visual Arts. He is currently working towards a PhD focused on the Art and Architecture of al-Andalus: the confluence between the Arab, Jewish and Christian medieval world. In recent years he has been working as a tour guide in his hometown, seeking to show and reveal its most intimate secrets through an authentic and passionate local vision.
This conversation is suitable for all ages.
90 minutes, including a 30 minute Q&A.
My mother always told me the most beautiful place she ever saw around the world was the Taj Mahal. Now I know why
This was a great, logical overview of the Taj Mahal, starting with some history and then moving to the actual building. I appreciated learning the definitions of the architectural features and the highlighted illustrations.
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Tiago Neiva masterfully interpreted the architectural intricacies of the Taj Mahal, as well as its origin as a culmination of love. The impressive symmetry of Shah Jahan's tribute to his favorite wife, Mumtaz Muhal, is a splendid representation of the Mughal architecture of his time.
I thoroughly enjoyed the seminar on the Taj Mahal! The instructor Tiago was engaging, informative and enthusiastic. The presentation was well structured and the images were terrific. I learned so much! I will be signing up for another of Tiago's courses.