Delhi Attractions
Humayun’s Tomb © Ekabhishek
Humayun’s Tomb
Humayun’s Tomb is one of the best-preserved and beautiful
examples of Mogul architecture in Delhi and is often seen as a
forerunner of the Taj Mahal in Agra. Building started on the tomb
in 1564 after the death of Humayun, the second Moghul emperor; it
was overseen by Haji Begum, his senior widow and the mother of
Akbar. The tomb is an octagonal structure capped by a double dome
that soars 125ft (38m) into the sky and is set in a formal Persian
garden. In the grounds are some other monuments, including the Tomb
of Isa Khan.
Address: Lodhi Road and Mathura Road;
Opening time: Daily dawn to dusk
