___ Mahal — TAJ — New York Times Midi on April 1, 2026
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Clue
___ Mahal (3)
Answer
The answer to ___ Mahal is Taj (3 letters).
Why does Taj fit this clue?
This is a fill-in-the-blank clue where '___ Mahal' points directly to TAJ. The Taj Mahal is one of the world's most famous monuments, a white marble mausoleum located in Agra, India. Built in the 17th century by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan as a tomb for his wife Mumtaz Mahal, the Taj Mahal is renowned for its stunning architecture and is considered a masterpiece of Mughal design. The name 'Taj Mahal' translates to 'Crown of Palaces' in Persian, making TAJ the essential first word that completes this iconic landmark's name.
What does ___ Mahal mean?
We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definition below.
Mahal
noun
•palace or monument, as in the famous Taj Mahal mausoleum in India
This clue has appeared in 5 puzzles
The clue ___ Mahal has been used across multiple crosswords. Here’s every puzzle where it’s appeared, most recent first.
NYT Midi — Apr 1, 2026
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What does Taj mean?
noun
•A tall brimless hat, usually conical or curved on top, worn in Muslim countries as a sign of distinction and prestige.
•A crown worn by Indian princes as a sign of high rank.
Origin of the word Taj
•origin: Persian تاج (tāj)
•period: Middle Persian (3rd-10th century)
The word originally meant 'crown' or 'crest' and was used to denote royal headgear before becoming associated with monumental architecture like the famous Taj Mahal.
How to use Taj in a sentence
Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Taj.
•“The Taj Mahal in Agra, India, is considered one of the most beautiful monuments in the world.”
•“We visited the Taj during our honeymoon trip to India and were amazed by its stunning white marble architecture.”
•“The Taj was built by Emperor Shah Jahan as a mausoleum for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal.”
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Frequently asked questions about ___ Mahal
- What is the answer to ___ Mahal?
- The answer is Taj (3 letters).
- Where did this clue appear?
- This clue was last seen in the New York Times Midi on April 1, 2026.
- How many letters does the answer to ___ Mahal have?
- The answer has 3 letters: Taj.
- How many times has ___ Mahal appeared as a crossword clue?
- This clue has appeared in 5 puzzles, most recently the New York Times Midi on April 1, 2026.
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