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The muthamman burj palace is an octogonal building, 5 external sides of which overlook the river. From there Shah Jahan governed the whole country with the Taj Mahal, which he built for his wife, in full view. Shah Jahan was imprisoned in this palace by his own son for 8 years until his death in 1666. His body was taken by boat to the Taj Mahal, where he is buried.