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Shah Quli Khan's Tomb

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Shah Quli Khan’s Tomb
LocationNarnaul, Haryana
Built16th century
Built forShah Quli Khan
Architectural style(s)Mughal architecture

Shah Quli Khan's Tomb is a tomb located in Narnaul in the Indian state of Haryana.[1][2] It is the resting place of Shah Quli Khan, who was the governor of Narnaul. It was built in the 16th century.[3]

One of the few examples of Mughal architecture in Narnaul, it is a monument of national importance.

History

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Shah Quli Khan was the Mughal governor of Narnaul during the reign of Akbar.[1] The tomb was commissioned by Shah Quli Khan during his lifetime, and it remained a part of his estate.[1]

Architecture

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The two storeyed octagonal tomb is situated on a raised platform.[4] black and yellow marble, along with red sandstone.[5]

To the West lies a large gateway leading to the tomb, known as Tripolia Gate.[3] The tomb of Shah Quli's brother Islam Quli Khan is situated at a small distance from this tomb, to the North-East.[5] It is a brick building with little architectural significance.

References

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  1. ^ a b c Asher, Catherine B. (1992). Architecture of Mughal India. Cambridge University Press. pp. 83–84. ISBN 978-0521267281.
  2. ^ Kumar, Arjun (2011-01-17). "A peep into Narnaul's past". Times of India Blog.
  3. ^ a b "Small-town splendour". Outlook India.
  4. ^ Kaur, Harvinder (2015-04-18). "World heritage day: Haryana's rich history shines bright in it's [sic] monuments". Hindustan Times.
  5. ^ a b Yazdani, Ghulam. "Narnaul and its Buildings". Journal of the Asiatic Society of Bengal: 643–644.
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