Humayun Tomb which is beautiful..the marble and inlaid art work is astonishing…a magnificent layout of gorgous pavilions..not to be missed! when in Delhi.
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. It is well known that Humayun picked up the principles of Persian architecture during his exile, and he himself is likely to have planned the tomb, although there is no record to that effect. The tomb was constructed at a cost of 15 lakh rupees (1.5 million).
Humayun's Tomb is far more beautiful, more moving, and is a stunning and colorful example of Mughal architecture and stonework. Inside there is a small museum, and from the top of the tomb you can get a nice view of the city. The carved stone screens are delicate and beautiful, and some of the inner walls are covered with decades of graffiti that is interesting in and of itself. The grounds in which the tomb is situated are beautifully maintained. The old watercourses are still to be seen radiating from the tomb itself. Great bit of of sixteenth century design – a foretaste of the later Taj Mahal.
A definite must while in New Delhi. It is right within the city limits and and awe insipiring structure. Take a lazy walk on a nice day and you will be amazed at all the violent history of the Mughals in a tranquil surrounding. Humayun is supposed to have a troubled last days where he was longing for peace after all the bloodshed he had caused early on his life.
