Humayun Tomb Delhi | History Behind Humayun Tomb | Best Monument to Visit In Delhi | 4K

Humayun Tomb Delhi | History Behind Humayun Tomb | Best Monument to Visit In Delhi | 4K
Humayun Tomb Delhi is a famous Mughal monuments. Located in the capital of India, this marvellous tomb is the first example of Mughal architecture in India and was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993.
The tomb was commissioned by Humayun's first wife, Empress Hamida Banu Begum, and designed by Mirak Mirza Ghiyas and his son, who emigrated from Afghanistan. The construction of Humayun's Tomb started in 1565 and was completed in 1572. In contrast to the white dome, the rest of the building is made of red sandstone, decorated with white and black marble and yellow sandstone.
The main complex houses the tomb of Emperor Humayun. Inside the main complex are several smaller chambers, which house the tombs of other members of the Mughal royal family. Prominent among them are the tombs of Empress Hamida Banu Begum, Bega Begum, and Dara Shikoh, Humayun's great-grandson and Shah Jahan's son.
Overall there are more than 100 graves within the entire complex, many of which are on the roof of the first level.
Several historical monuments surrounds the Humayun’s Tomb.
Nai-ka-Gumbad or Barber's Tomb is located close to Humayun's Tomb.
Nila Gumbad is known for its unique octagonal architecture with high dome. It is called Nila Gumbad because its dome is beautifully decorated with blue tiles. Nila Gumbad was built by Bairam Khan's son Abdul Rahim Khan-i-Khana for his servant Miyan Fahim.
Afsarwala Tomb is the tomb of an unknown person.
Another major attraction here is the tomb of Isa Khan. Isa Khan was an Afghan noble in the court of Sher Shah Suri of the Suri dynasty, who fought against the Mughals.
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