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Governor Murphy and New Jersey Delegation Visit Historic and Holy Sites in New Delhi and Agra

September 16, 2019

Taj Mahal Visit

First stop: Governor Murphy and the NJ delegation are in Agra to visit the Taj Mahal, a symbol of India’s rich history. Commissioned in 1632 by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, the Taj Mahal was built to house Shah Jahan’s favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal.

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Gandhi Smriti Visit

Governor Murphy and the First Lady paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi, India’s foremost freedom fighter. During a visit to Gandhi Smriti, he and the First Lady also penned a message in the visitor book. 

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Jama Masjid Visit

Governor Murphy and the New Jersey delegation were given a tour of the Jama Masjid. Located in central Delhi and built by more than 5,000 artisans, the Jama Masjid is India’s largest mosque.

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Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple Visit

Governor Murphy toured the Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple and expressed his deepest gratitude to His Holiness Mahant Swami Maharaj for his gracious welcome.

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