William and Kate toured the iconic building after flying in from Bhutan, with the prince describing the building as “stunning and beautiful”. William and Kate then headed inside, where they saw the tombs of Mughal emperor Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal, his wife whom he commissioned the monument for in 1631 as a symbol of his eternal love.
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After their visit to the Taj Mahal, William and Kate will fly back to the United Kingdom to be reunited with their children, Prince George and Princess Charlotte.
Knowing how important it was to the Duke and Duchess, an official statement was released on their website reflecting Princess Diana’s relationship with India. After the photo session, the royal couple were escorted to the main mausoleum. It was a spectacular end to a seven-day tour of India and Bhutan that has included one of the most eclectic itineraries ever on a royal excursion overseas.
William was dressed in a pair of brown pants and a white shirt while Kate wore a white dress with blue floral patterns designed by Indo-American fashion designer Naeem Khan.
Diana, Princess of Wales’ iconic photo was taken months before she and Prince Charles announced their separation. They posed for photographers at the Diana bench and chatted with the guide assigned the task of taking them through the monument’s fascinating history.
While Prince William understands the public’s never-ending fascination with his mother, he has said that he and the duchess don’t consider themselves to be living in her shadow.
Prince William and Duchess Kate pose for photos in front of India’s legendary Taj Mahal.
“They wanted to come to the Taj because it is one of the wonders of the world”, the source said. India’s most famous landmark holds a special significance for the young royals, with Kensington Palace saying Prince William feels “incredibly lucky” to visit a site where his mother’s memory is so alive.
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It is the last stop for the British royal couple during their week-long trip to India and Bhutan.
