A replica of the Taj Mahal in Burhanpur, Madhya Pradesh, has once again captured attention online, thanks to a recent video offering a glimpse inside the unusual home. Built by businessman Anand Prakash Chouksey, the property was created as a symbol of his love for his wife and draws heavily from the design of the iconic monument in Agra.
Chouksey began work on the house in 2021 in his hometown of Burhanpur, located around 800 kilometres from Agra. The idea was inspired by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, who commissioned the original Taj Mahal as a monument to his wife, Mumtaz Mahal.
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A Taj Mahal-inspired home
On August 11, content creator Shubham Prajapat, known as Madcap Live on Instagram, shared a video tour of the property. Chouksey’s son and his family gave viewers a look inside the house and explained how the distinctive structure was created.
According to the family, the house was built specifically as a tribute to Chouksey’s wife. A 2021 report by GQ India had earlier revealed that the private property is approximately one-third the size of the original Taj Mahal and has two floors.
The resemblance to the Agra monument is immediately visible from the outside.
The grand white facade
The house features an entirely white exterior surrounded by manicured gardens. Its design incorporates several of the Taj Mahal’s most recognisable architectural elements, including a large central dome, four surrounding pillars and multiple arches.
The entrance is equally elaborate. A massive arched doorway features intricate jaali work and traditional detailing, giving the home the appearance of a miniature royal monument.
The overall design was intended to replicate the proportions and visual character of the original Taj Mahal as closely as possible.
Inside the Taj Mahal house
The interiors are just as striking as the facade. Visitors entering the house are greeted by a spacious, double-height area with a ceiling reportedly measuring around 24 feet.
The interiors continue the predominantly white theme, with marble surfaces and detailed tilework adding to the luxurious appearance. A grand double staircase connects the two levels and serves as one of the most prominent features of the house.
Prajapat described the staircase as resembling something from a movie set, while the unusually high ceiling gives the entrance a dramatic, open feel.
The living spaces have been furnished in keeping with the home’s regal aesthetic. Large sofas, decorative paintings, high-set windows, elegant wainscoting and ambient lighting contribute to the overall look. A stylish dining table and carefully designed interiors further add to the property’s palace-like appearance.
How was the replica built?
The family also revealed the painstaking process behind the construction. According to Chouksey’s son, measurements of the actual Taj Mahal were taken before the house was designed.
The original dimensions, which were recorded in metres, were converted into feet for the Burhanpur property. This approach helped the family recreate the proportions of the monument on a smaller scale.
The construction reportedly took around 1.75 years to complete.
While the house is not the Taj Mahal, its detailed architecture and personal story have made it an unusual tribute to love. Years after it was first built, the property continues to draw attention for its striking resemblance to one of India’s most famous monuments.
