Multiple choice general knowledge history It took _____ years to build Taj Mahal 16 19 21 23 Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation Construction of the Taj Mahal began in 1632 and was completed in 1648, taking approximately 16 years. Over 20,000 artisans worked on this magnificent mausoleum built by Emperor Shah Jahan for his wife Mumtaz Mahal.