Humayun’s Tomb
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Humayun’s Tomb

ByKarunesh Johri

Humayun’s Tomb is a splendid monument. It was built by Humayun’s widow, Hamida Banu Begum during the years, 1565-72. Humayun (1508-56) was the second Mughal emperor who ruled during 1530-56. Humayun’s Tomb is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. There are a lot of other historical monuments in its vicinity. There is Sabz Burj right at…

Isa Khan Tomb

Isa Khan Tomb

ByKarunesh Johri

Isa Khan Niyazi was a noble in the court of Sher Shah Suri. Isa Khan Tomb Enclosure is located just outside the Humayun’s Tomb. The Enclosure has his tomb and a mosque, which were built in 1547-48, during his lifetime. The entrance is through a picturesque gate, symmetrical even though in ruins. The tomb’s layout…