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 Home to a phase of history that has shaped much of
present day India, Delhi, is a historian's paradise.
Much of this revolves around the activities of the Mughal
Dynasty, who were responsible to a large extent in influencing
the Indian way of life as we see it today. One of the
greatest rulers of this dynasty was Humayan, whose promising
reign was tragically cut short by a freak accident on
the stairs of the Sher Mandal Library.
Humayun's Tomb was built in the memory of this charismatic
ruler whom fate prevented from proving his charisma
to the rest of the world. Built by his Persian widow,
Haji Begum, Humayun's Tomb was the first architectural
construction built during Akbar's reign. Built around
1562-1572 AD, Humayun's Tomb is one of the leading attractions
of Delhi today, drawing thousands of visitors everyday.
Exhibiting a very obvious influence of Persian architecture
that owes its origin to its Persian architect Mirak
Mirza Ghiyuath, the mausoleum was built on the banks
of the Yamuna River, next to the shrine of Sufi saint
of Chisti Silsilah, Nizamuddin Auliya. A number of other
Mughal luminaries are buried here like:
- Hamida Begum, Akbar's mother
- Dara Shikoh, Shah Jahan's son
- Bahadur Shah II, the last Mughal Emperor
One of the greatest examples of architecture in India,
Humayun's Tomb is known for influencing the structure
of the Taj Mahal as well. The first example of the garden
tomb, Humayun's Tomb is in the UNESCO's list of World
Heritage Sites as well. Humayun's Tomb is also protected
under the ownership of the Archaeological Survey of
India. The tomb is an architectural masterpiece forming
the basis of the definition of Mughal architecture that
is characterized by high arches and double domes. The
Tomb is maintained by the Aga Khan Trust that has to
a large extent restored its lost glory to the tomb.
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