Humayun Tomb
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Humayun's Tomb is situated in Nizamuddin East of New Delhi and is a complex of several buildings built in Mughal style of architecture. The complex is ranked as a World Heritage Site and is the first example of such architecture in India. The Taj Mahal too was created in the same style of this mausoleum.
The tomb is believed to be built on the orders of Hamida Banu Begum, who was Humayun’s widow since 1562. It reportedly took eight years to be completely built and was done in the “Chahr Bagh Garden Style”, which was a pioneer of its kind.
The tomb was built with red sandstone. There are other tombs in the surroundings, namely Tomb of Iza Khan and Barber’s Tomb. The complex suffered wear and tear during many years and the Aga Khan Trust for Culture completed its restoration in March, 2003.
The restoration also enabled the water to once again flow through its watercourses in the gardens.
Category: Monument and Historic Building
Address: Nizamuddin
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