Monuments Standing Tall in Grandeur and Magnificence as Epitaph of Immortal Love

Taj Mahal, Agra, India - Well, do I really need to say a single word about this one? I guess – no. You all probably know everything about the monument of love, built by Shah Jahan in the loving memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. The emperor had employed around 20000 artisans to erect the Taj Mahal. The historical site was open for public sight in the year 1648. It sits as India’s crown and is one of the 7 Wonders of the world. (Image - Yahoo.com)

Coral Castle, Florida, United States - The famous Coral Castle in Florida owes its existence to Agnes Scuff and her momentary impulsive decision. The story goes back to the early 1900. Agnes Scuff was to marry Edward Leedskalnin the next day, but suffered a sudden change of heart. The bride-to-be hence became the runaway bride. The moonstruck groom, Ed was shaken with disheartenment and embarrassment, left his native Latvia and marched for Florida, wandering around in the dark with no one around but a lantern. 28 years hence, in 1951, he surprised the world with this magnificent castle. The man, a puny creature who stood just 5 feet above the ground and weighed a mere 100 pounds leaves the world awestruck. How he erected this castle is still a mystery unsolved though some opine he applied magnetism. Bet, that damsel remains to stay a loser for running away from this genius who built her a monument of love. (Image - au.pfinance.yahoo.com)

Thornewood Castle, Washington, United States - Once upon a time lived a Millionaire, whose beloved wife of 20 years wished for a castle of their own. And by ‘once upon a time’ we mean early 20th century, when Anna expressed her wish to her doting husband Chester Thorne. No late than her words vanished into thin air was she granted it. Thorne commissioned an eminent architect and built up her dream into reality. The material to built this stunning castle were shiploaded from Europe. He also employed Olmsted Brothers to fashion beautiful garden with the castle. (Image - Instagram)

Chandor Gardens, Weatherford, United States - Noted for its distinct blend of Chinese and English styles, The Chandor Garden was scaped by Douglas Chandor mused with the beauty of his lovely wife Ina Kuteman. The artist gifted it to Ina just after a year of their marriage in the year 1935. The couple walked in this one-of-its-own-kind garden regularly, till Dougal’s death in the year 1958. This larger-than-life piece of artwork features a 30 feet tall man made waterfall. (Image - Instagram)

Boldt Castle, Heart Island, New York State - Turns out you got to be a millionaire to build a monument of love. The famous proprietor of the Waldrof Astoria Hotel in New York City, a millionaire in his own right, George C Boldt, wanted to build a ‘home away from home’ for his darling wife, Louise. In search of an appropriate location he landed up in the perfect location for this architecture of love –Heart Island. It is said that it took over 300 artisans to craft out this castle that houses 120 rooms in its six storied wonderment. (Image - Instagram)

Mirabell Palace, Austria - Sitting with pride in the city of Salzburg in Austria, Mirabell Palace, which was originally built in 1606, sings high of the love between prince Archbishop Wolf Dietrich von Raitenau and Princess Salome alt. Though the palace was originally called Altenau Castle, it incepted as the Mirabell Palace after the death of Prince-Archbishop. The building has gone through many renovations throughout the years, but the interiors stay untouched. (Image - Instagram)

Kodai-ji Temple, Japan - If he was a great warlord, she was not any commonplace wife either. If you think only men shower their beloveds with time defying gifts, you should visit Kodai-ji Temple, in Japan. Kita-no-Mandokoro, the wife of Tototomi Hideyoshi, made this in 1606 in the memory of her late husband. The beautiful historical site is situated in the lap of nature in the Valley of Higashiyama Ryozen Mountains. As the warlord relished his tea, the wife chiseled two tea house at the premises. (Image - Instagram)

Sweetheart Abbey, Scotland - Devorgilla was so immersed in the love of her husband John de Balliol, that she held on to his loving heart till long after he was gone. The widow, got her late husband’s heart embalmed and carried it wherever she went. She also erected the monument named Dulce Cor in Scotland, as a tribute to her husband, way back in 1273. By the way, Dulce Cor, in Latin means Sweetheart. When the lovelorn Devorgilla died, she was buried in front of the abbey, still hugging John’s heart. (Image - Facebook)