INDIAN HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -d Humayun’s tomb at Delhi is placed in the centre of a large garden and resembles as a prototype of the Taj Mahal. Fourteen years after Humayun’s death Hamida Banu Begam also known as Haji Begam commenced the construction of his tomb.

Detailed explanation-2: -Humayun’s Tomb One of the buildings that is said to have inspired the architect of the Taj Mahal is the tomb of the Mughal emperor Humayun. A striking resemblance is seen in the layout of the gardens, and the use of domed pavilions called chhatris and arched windows known as iwan.

Detailed explanation-3: -This tomb, built in 1570, is of particular cultural significance as it was the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent. It inspired several major architectural innovations, culminating in the construction of the Taj Mahal.

Detailed explanation-4: -Humayun’s Tomb in Delhi is the first-of-its-kind opulent mausoleum built in India and also the first garden-tomb in the country. Also known as Maqbara-e-Humayun, this splendid 16th-century monument looks less like a tomb and more like a luxurious palace.

Detailed explanation-5: -In all there are over 100 graves within the entire complex, including many on the first level terrace, earning it the name “Dormitory of the Mughals". Since the graves are not inscribed their identification remains uncertain.