Itmad-ud-Daullah's Tomb

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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