Do You Know: Who Built Humayun's Tomb? Here All You Need To Know

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Humayun's Tomb, built in Delhi by his wife Bega Begum in 1565. Its design inspired the Taj Mahal

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Humayun’s Tomb was commissioned by Bega Begum, the wife of Emperor Humayun, in 1565. She dedicated this monument to honor her husband’s memory

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The tomb's construction started in 1565 and took seven years to complete, finishing in 1572. It remains an enduring symbol of Mughal architecture

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Located in India’s capital city, Delhi, Humayun's Tomb is a prominent tourist attraction and historical site, representing India’s rich Mughal heritage

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Persian architect Mirak Mirza Ghiyas designed the tomb. His architectural style combined Persian and Mughal elements, which made the tomb a unique structure

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Humayun’s Tomb is the first garden-tomb in India, featuring a Charbagh (four-part) garden layout that symbolizes paradise according to Islamic beliefs

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