The Taj Mahal, 1632-1649 vs. Hall of Supreme Harmony, the Forbidden City, Beijing, China, beginning of the 15th century.

Order Description
This is a Critical Analysis

IN YOUR OWN WORDS:
1) Describe the purpose of each of these two buildings.

2) What symbolic values are being presented?

3) Compare the two styles, execution in terms of building materials, as well as the functional elements of each.

4) Is the Hall of Supreme Harmony as “beautiful” as the Taj Mahal?