Treasures Of The Mughal Empire: Humayun's Tomb Museum Opens

Jul 26, 2024 Tarang Mathur

The Humayun's Tomb World Heritage Site Museum opens to the public on August 1

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The Humayun's Tomb World Heritage Site Museum features 700 Mughal-era artefacts

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It showcases 700 Mughal-era artifacts, including Bahadur Shah Zafar's throne, detailed antiques, and architecture

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Highlights include Emperor Akbar’s 1596 silver rupee and a coin collection of all 18 Mughal emperors

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Notable exhibits include 'farmans', an astrolabe, a celestial sphere, and a warrior's helmet

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The museum's design is inspired by medieval 'baolis' (traditional water tanks)

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Union Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat will inaugurate the museum on July 29

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