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The Mughal Dynasty The Mughals came to power in India when Zahiruddin Muhammad, affectionately known as ‘Babur’, came from Central Asia in 1526 and defeated Ibrahim Lodi in the first battle of Panipat. Subsequent lineage who ruled the empire went as: Nasiruddin Humayun (1530-1540 and 1555-1556), Jalaluddin Muhammad Akbar --- also known as Akbar the Great --- (1556- 16050, Muhammad Salim Jahangir (1605-1627), Muhammad Shahjahan (1628-1658) and Muhammad Aurangzeb Bahadur Alamgir (1658-1707). The rule of Aurangzeb is known as the beginning of the end of Mughal rule – all subsequent rulers only brought upon further decline till the British took over. Restoring the past Between 2000 and 2003, The Aga Khan Trust for Culture funded and collaborated with the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) in implementing a project to revitalize the 30 acre garden surrounding the Humayun’s Tomb. This included repairs of 3-km long water channels, restoring 3.5 km of pathway edging, removing earth in excess of 3,000 truckloads, handchiselling 4 km of sandstone, planting 2,500 plants favoured by the Mughals, restoring 25,000 sq metres of pathways and introducing an exhaustive rainwater harvesting system. Besides this, other minor structures have been restored, historical wells discovered and desilted and wheelchair access and a site interpretation centre provided. Additional Facts about the Tomb • The mausoleum stands on a platform of 12,000 sq metres and reaches a height of 47 metres. • The tomb within it has over 100 graves earning it the nickname ‘Dormitory of the Mughals.’ • Built of rubble masonry, it is the first structure in the country to use such high quantities of red sandstone and marble. • The small canopies on the terrace were initially covered with glazed blue tiles. advertise with ...and reach out to all those who love the idea of travel we have many options for you to choose from - ensuring you always get your customer Kunzum.com | Social Media - Facebook & Twitter Kunzum Travel Cafe | Events Sponsorshops | Kunzum Travel Mag 18 We can propose a media plan to suit your objectives. Ping us at mail@kunzum.com +91.9910044476/+91.9650702777
A Walk Down Mehrauli Village In the beginning Delhi was Mehrauli. When new cities like Jahanpanah, Siri and other subsequent ones came up, this became the old city. When Shahjahanabad was built, that was the new Delhi and Mehrauli was not even regarded a part of Delhi – it was like another town or village that people ‘travelled’ to. And when today’s central Delhi and later south Delhi were developed, Shahjahanabad became old Delhi and Mehrauli again became a part of New Delhi. Are you confused? A walk in the village takes you back centuries, where residents live like they would in an urban village – with parts being taken over for some of the finest restaurants and boutiques in the city. While the latter may be well known, a peek into the lesser known historical remains is highly recommended. Adham Khan’s Tomb or Bhoolbhulaiyan Adham Khan was a favoured noble of Mughal Emperor Akbar, and son of his foster mother Maham Anaga. Adham Khan committed the folly of murdering another of Akbar’s favourites, Atgah Khan, and was awarded the death penalty. This tomb was built in Adham Khan’s memory by his mother. It is by far the largest structure in the village, Adham Khan’s Tomb or Bhoolbhulaiyana and cannot be missed opposite the bus terminal. It is also known as Bhoolbhulaiyan because of a maze on its upper corridor along the dome – it is supposedly easy to get lost in it. Unfortunately, it is now closed to visitors. According to the ASI caretaker, there is a tunnel running from here all the way to Agra! 19
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