Thursday, 26 January 2012

hyomoun 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.

HOMAYOUN TOMB

It is the first distinct example of proper Mughal style, which was inspired by Persian architecture. The tomb was constructed at a cost of 15 lakh rupees (1.5 million).



Location:  Near Delhi Zoo, Mathura Road
Constructed by : Humayoun
Establishment :  1569


Nearest Metro Station:   Jangpura
Architectural
                        

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