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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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