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Safdarjung Tomb was built in 1753 by Nawab Shuja-ud-daulah in the memory of his father Mirza Muqim Abul Mansor Khan, who was popularly known as Safdarjung. To a large extent, the tomb’s design is similar to the Humayun’s Tomb layout. However, the differences are there that make Safdarjung Tomb worth watching.
Special Attractions in and around Safdarjung Tomb
The most conspicuous feature of Safdarjung Tomb is its extensive garden that covers an area of 300 square meters. The garden follows the Mughal Chahar Bagh style of architecture. In the middle of the garden is the tomb made up of red sandstone and marble. There are two graves in the mausoleum, one of the Governor of Awadh, Safdarjung and the other of his wife. The central chamber of the mausoleum is surrounded by eight rooms. All the rooms are rectangular except the corner ones, which are octagonal. From the 16-sided base arises the gigantic dome. On either side of the tomb are three attractive pergolas viz. Moti Mahal, Jangli Mahal and Badshah Pasand. Safdarjung Tomb is often criticized for the lack of balance in its make-up. However, it is one of the landmarks in Delhi, hence it cannot be missed.
Timings
Safdarjung Tomb remains open on all days from sunrise to sunset.
Location of Safdarjung Tomb
State: Delhi
Tourist Attractions near Safdarjung Tomb
Close to Safdarjung Tomb is the sprawling Lodhi Gardens. In addition to exquisite varieties of plants, the garden houses Mohammad Shah’s Tomb, Sikandar Lodhi’s Tomb, Bara Gumbad and Sheesh Gumbad. Other places of interest near Safdarjung Tomb are Rashtrapati Bhawan, India Gate, Lotus Temple, Nizam-ud-din’s Shrine, Moth-ki-Masjid, Ugrasen-ki-Baoli, Chirag Delhvi Dargah and Dilli Haat.
This article was contributed by Anubha Shyam
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