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LEGO - Creator Expert Taj Mahal 10256 Building Kit (5923 Pieces)
Average customer rating
4.6
(71 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 71 reviews
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92%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for LEGO - Creator Expert Taj Mahal 10256 Building Kit (5923 Pieces)
Customer Rating
5
on June 16, 2020
Posted by: Ryan96
I was so excited Lego decided to release this set again, as I had been wanting it for many years but was hesitant to spend the steep price for it. I think the current price, especially considering the size and number of pieces, is appropriate. While the build is a little repetitive, it is still satisfying to see such a large structure come together. I love the symmetrical design. The amount of detail in this set is truly amazing. The base also splits apart and the middle section comes out to allow for easier transport. This is definitely one of my favorite sets.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO
Customer Rating
5
Great display model, even 12 years later.
on April 3, 2020
Posted by: Butteredwaffles
Build:
This set's build is not for the faint of heart, even with the less advanced building techniques compared to today's sets. It has pieces that are small and the same color (for the most part), leading to confusion. On top of that, expect a large amount of repetition in the build. But if you are up for the challenge, building this behemoth is very rewarding to see become larger and larger.
This set's build is not for the faint of heart, even with the less advanced building techniques compared to today's sets. It has pieces that are small and the same color (for the most part), leading to confusion. On top of that, expect a large amount of repetition in the build. But if you are up for the challenge, building this behemoth is very rewarding to see become larger and larger.
Playability/ Features:
There is 0 playability with this set, so this would not make a great gift for younger builders. Instead of aiding in playability, the features of the set are instead dedicated to looks and utility. The designer did a fantastic job recreating the look of the Taj Mahal in spite of the limited part palette, making for a fantastic and eye-catching display piece. Along with great looks, the feature that allows for the separation of the set allows for easy and painless transport and storage.
There is 0 playability with this set, so this would not make a great gift for younger builders. Instead of aiding in playability, the features of the set are instead dedicated to looks and utility. The designer did a fantastic job recreating the look of the Taj Mahal in spite of the limited part palette, making for a fantastic and eye-catching display piece. Along with great looks, the feature that allows for the separation of the set allows for easy and painless transport and storage.
Differences Made:
The set is virtually identical to the 2008 release in the parts department aside from the change in color of a few technic elements and the inclusion of a part separator. The main change comes in the build experience through the inclusion of numbered bags, making the build miles less frustrating to build than the original.
The set is virtually identical to the 2008 release in the parts department aside from the change in color of a few technic elements and the inclusion of a part separator. The main change comes in the build experience through the inclusion of numbered bags, making the build miles less frustrating to build than the original.
Overall:
If you have the patience and like the look of it, this set may be for you. If not, it would be best to stay far away from this set.
If you have the patience and like the look of it, this set may be for you. If not, it would be best to stay far away from this set.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO
Customer Rating
4
Nice set
on March 21, 2020
Posted by: Tfields
from WARSAW
This is a very repetitive set; each part is built around four times and then everything fits together. Once it's together it looks great though! I'd suggest lighting it, it makes it pop! It also it easy to transport as it comes apart into three pieces.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO
Customer Rating
4
Awesome until moving it
on December 6, 2019
Posted by: Duthreal
from Clyde
I loved building this kit. Many parts of it are very challenging to assemble. If I were to criticize anything, it would be that after I completed the build, I was moving the bottom portion and it disconnected at the seams and I dropped it. I essentially got to build the bottom part twice. All in all though, it is a beautiful piece and I am excited to display it for many years to come.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO
Customer Rating
5
It a good set
on November 3, 2019
Posted by: David200475
from Kiev
This is expensive BUT its a very good and enjoyable lego set.i liked it very much.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO
Customer Rating
4
Holy cow!
on August 22, 2019
Posted by: Mamacita009
from Orlando
This was given to me as a gift, and it was my first Expert Lego set. Wow! The completed product is breathtaking and makes a statement on display. It is extra tricky because it is monochromatic, and the symmetry means that you construct the same or similar section 2-6 times. This set has zero playability, but it wasn’t intended for that. I enjoyed building it, and I found the rotunda under the central dome to be particularly challenging. Just a warning, though- build it where you want it to stay because it doesn’t move well. (You can cry over spilled milk, but can you cry over obliterated Lego creation?)
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO
Customer Rating
5
Fantastic
on July 30, 2019
Posted by: Ramekin
from Milford
Just a wonderful enjoyable, very meditative build!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO
Customer Rating
5
The King of Building Sets
on February 22, 2019
Posted by: Lionsblessed
from Salt Lake City
This was an AWESOME build. I purchased it, knowing that I really didn't have room to put it anywhere. Luckily, I was surprised to find that the center portion of the Taj Mahal can be removed, making it possible for me to display at least most of the model! The engineering, and the use of only standard bricks, was fascinating. Well done, Lego!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO