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Fast facts:
When it was built: 1605
By whom it was built: Started By Akbar and completed later
by his son Jahangir
Nature of the architecture: Indo- Saracenic style
General Introduction:
The construction of Akbar's tomb at Sikandra was started by
the emperor himself. But the finishing touches were given in
Jahangir's reign. A connoisseur of arts and eclectic in taste
Akbar used designs in the architecture exemplifying his sense
of liberalism.
History:
Akbar the great Mughal emperor was known for his religious
tolerance. He had founded a new religion called the Din-i-Ilahi
which comprised of the best elements from all religions of the
world. His eclectic bent of mind was also noticed in the design
and pattern of his tomb at Sikandra. The construction work began
under his reign but was completed in the reign of his son Jahangir.
The gateway is similar to the Buland Darwaza or the high door
in Fatehpur Sikri. Akbar started the construction adhering to
principles of Spartan style of Timurid architecture. Jahangir
added decorations to the mausoleum. One can notice different
architectural designs in the mausoleum. But the experimentation
rather than the harmony in architecture is more noticeable.
Nearby is the tomb of Jahangir's mother Mariam. The tomb lies
at the centre of the garden conforming to the Char Bagh style.
The same pattern is noticed in the Taj Mahal. There is an open
terrace atop the tomb. The terrace has a replica of the coffin.
The real tomb lies at the base. Akbar's tomb Sikandra is one
of the monumental marvels of the Mughals.
Features:
Akbar's tomb at Sikandra is an example of Indo- Saracenic style.
The great Mughal emperor Akbar who ruled between 1505 and 1605
was known for his religious tolerance. The construction of his
tomb started during his time but was completed under Jahangir's
reign who added more decorative designs to the mausoleum. The
entrance to the tomb resembles the Buland Darwaza in Fatehpur
Sikri. There are beautiful calligraphic inscriptions on the
white marble front of the gate. You can admire the char bagh
style of architecture of the Mughals. Within the same complex
is another sober tomb made of red sandstone, which contains
the grave of Akbar's wife Mariam, the mother of Jahangir. The
tomb is built in a pyramidal shape, with an open terrace with
carved latticework screens. The real cenotaph is in the basement
and is adorned in colorful golden, green and blue hues on the
stucco walls. You can catch a glimpse of deer and exotic birds
on the lawns outside. The peaceful ambience Of Akbar's tomb
Sikandra makes for a quiet retreat.
Don't Miss:
The open terrace with carved latticework which has a replica
of Akbar's tomb is worth a visit.
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