For India, the attack on the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel has a symbolic significance that some news commentators compare to the September 11, 2001 attack on the World Trade Center in New York City.
The Taj Mahal Palace Hotel in Mumbai, India
By Jackie Craven, About.com
The Taj Hotel: An Architectural Symbol in Flames
Smoke pours from windows of the Taj Hotel in Mumbai after the terrorist attacks.
Photo © Uriel Sinai/Getty Images
Tragically, the luxury and fame of the Taj Hotel may be one reason why terrorists targeted it.
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- The Taj Mahal Palace Hotel: Architectural Jewel of Mumbai
- The Taj Mahal Palace Hotel: Overlooking the Harbor and the Gateway of India
- The Taj Mahal Palace and Tower: A Rich Blend of Moorish and European Design
- The Taj Hotel: An Architectural Symbol in Flames
- Fire Damage at the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel
- Impact of Terrorist Attacks on the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel
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