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The crescent moon in the finial at the top of the Taj Mahal is evidence of what architectural influence?

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The crescent moon in the finial at the top of the Taj Mahal is evidence of Islamic architecture.

The crescent moon is the symbol of Islam. The moon, with its points pointing to the heavens, and its finial resemble a trident, which is the traditional symbol of the Hindu god Shiva.

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