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Humayun's tomb (Persian: Maqbara-i Humayun) is the tomb of Mughal emperor, Mirza Nasir al-Din Muhammad commonly known as Humayun situated in Delhi, India. The tomb was commissioned by Humayun's first wife and chief consort, Empress Bega Begum under her patronage [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] in 1558, and designed by Mirak Mirza Ghiyas and his son, Sayyid ...
Learn about the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent, built in 1570 by the Mughal emperor Akbar for his father Humayun. Explore its architectural features, cultural significance, garden setting and conservation efforts.
Also referred to as Maqbara-e-Humayun, Humayun's tomb is an architectural masterpiece. It is considered to be the first garden tomb to be built in India. It is the tomb of Mughal emperor Humayun.
Humāyūn’s Tomb, one of the earliest extant examples of the garden tomb characteristic of Mughal-era architecture, situated in Delhi, India. In 1993 it was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Learn about the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent, built by the Persian wife of Humayun, the second Mughal Emperor. Explore its design, restoration, entry fee and how to reach this UNESCO World Heritage site in Delhi.
Learn about the history and architecture of Humayun's Tomb, the first substantial example of Mughal architecture in India. Find out how to visit, entry fees, photography charges and online ticket bookings for this magnificent garden tomb.
Humayun died in 1556, and his widow Hamida Banu Begam, also known as Haji Begam, commenced the construction of his tomb in 1569, fourteen years after his death. It is the first distinct example of proper Mughal style, which was inspired by Persian architecture.
