A far-right MAGA extremist and self-described “proud Islamophobe” was buried in mockery after sharing a photo of herself in front of the Taj Mahal and calling it the “most incredible monument” she has ever seen, with critics pointing out the massive white-marble mausoleum complex was built by a Muslim ruler and she is “literally framed” in her photo by verses from the Quran.
Laura Loomer has repeatedly attacked Muslims, deriding them as “savages” and calling for a ban on allowing Muslims into the U.S. “EVER AGAIN.”
Loomer was in India this week to speak at a conference, writing on X that she was “thrilled to visit” the country.
“I had a magnificent day at the Taj Mahal. It is the most incredible monument I have ever seen in my life. A monument of love built with perfect symmetry and detail. India is one of the most beautiful countries I’ve ever had the pleasure of traveling to. Highly recommend!” she wrote on X, sharing a photo of herself in front of the monument.
The irony was not lost on the internet, as the UNESCO World Heritage site is an Islamic mausoleum complex built by a Muslim ruler and designed in the Indo‑Islamic / Mughal architectural tradition.
It was commissioned by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, a Muslim ruler, as the tomb for his wife Mumtaz Mahal. The complex includes a functioning mosque aligned toward Mecca, and UNESCO describes it as “the jewel of Muslim art in India” and “the greatest architectural achievement in the whole range of Indo‑Islamic architecture.”
Audrey Truschke, a professor of South Asian history, chided on X, “She is literally framed by verses from the Quran, which adorn the mausoleum’s entrance.”
Zeteo founder and ex-MSNBC host Mehdi Hasan expressed astonishment at the juxtaposition.
“The most famous Islamic architecture in the world! How can she be this dumb?” he questioned.
Independent journalist James Li sarcastically asked X chatbot Grok, “Which religion built the Taj Mahal?”
The chatbot confirmed, “The Taj Mahal was commissioned in 1632 by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, a Muslim ruler, as a mausoleum for his wife Mumtaz Mahal. It was completed around 1653 and stands as a prime example of Indo-Islamic architecture, blending Persian, Ottoman, and Indian styles under Mughal patronage.”
Roshan M Salih, editor of the British Muslim news site 5Pillars, jabbed on X, “Dear Laura Looney, The ‘most incredible monument you have ever seen in your life’ is a Muslim monument!”
UK correspondent Murtaza Ali Shah simply added, “Built by Muslim visionaries.”
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