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Itmad-ud-Daulah's Tomb Agra
Itmad-ud-Daullah's Tomb: Introduction
Itmad-ud-Daullah (Pillar of the state), originally
known as Mirza Ghiyas Beg, was the father of Nur Jahan, wife
of Mughal Emperor Jahangir. Mirza Ghiyas Beg is also the grandfather
of Mumtaz Mahal, the wife of the emperor Shah Jahan, The mausoleum
of Itmad-ud-Daullah was commissioned by his daughter Nur Jahan.
Itmad-ud-Daullah's Tomb: Location
This beautiful structure is located on the left bank
of the Yamuna river, near the Yamuna Bridge railway station.
Itmad-ud-Daullah's Tomb: Architecture
Itmad-ud-Daullah's Tomb was built between 1622 and
1628. The building complex, along with the main building, consists
of numerous outbuildings and gardens. The architectural importance
of Itmad-ud-Daullah's Tomb in the evolution of Mughal style
of architecture is immense, and given the extensive use of white
marble and pietra dura inlay it can be regarded as the precursor
of the magnificent Taj Mahal.
The walls of the building have been constructed using the finest
white marble from Rajasthan and decorated with semi-precious
stones including cornelian, jasper, lapis lazuli, onyx, and
topaz. The walls have been illustrated with exquisitely carved
floral patterns, images of cypress trees, wine bottles, and
vases containing bouquets.
Other main architectural features of Itmad-ud-Daullah's Tomb
include, arched entrances, octagonal shaped minarets, delicate
jali screens of intricately carved white marble, use of kiosk
on top of the building, and the use of chhatris (small domed
canopies) atop the four minarets.
Itmad-ud-Daullah's Tomb: How to Reach
- By Air: Direct flight from major tourist centers
and prominent cities in India including the capital city
of Delhi.
- By Rail and Road: Agra has good connectivity through
rail and road with all major Indian cities.
- Within the city you can hire prepaid taxis, autos, and
cycle rickshaws to explore this beautiful city.
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