Mirza Muzaffar Hussain’s Tomb

1603 CE This garden tomb of Akbar’s son in law is a rare plan comprising eight chambers surrounding the central crypt thus resembling Hasht Bihist or the eight spaces of Quranic paradise. The structure is symmetrical and has profusely ornamental interiors with painted incised plaster patterns. Ornamental muqarnas and tile work are also seen on the façade.

Standing to the north of the Humayun’s Tomb World Heritage Site, the 11 acre “Batashewala Complex” includes two Mughal era tomb-garden enclosures within which stand three tombs, of national importance, and protected by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). They are a significant part of the 16th century Mughal necropolis adjacent to the Dargah of Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya, the 14th century Sufi saint who has been revered for seven centuries. The tomb of Mirza Muzaffar Hussain, grand-nephew of Emperor Humayun and son-in-law of Emperor Akbar, is the principal tomb in the complex. The Chota Batashewala and the domed Mughal tomb can be considered contemporary because of their location in the complex and their architectural character. In addition to their historical significance, their association with the Mughal royal family and the architectural significance of the unique plan for all three structures, the tombs stand within a significant archaeological zone comprising of other 16th and 17th century garden-tombs

Great space on the cities hussal n bussal life... Do visit its very quite n large space. Beautifully maintained

Plain and elegant heritage monument restored by Aga Khan Trust.

Mirza Muzaffar Hussain’s Tomb is a garden tomb located within the iconic Sunder Nursery near World Heritage Humayun Tomb in Nizamuddin in Delhi which has got a host of 15 monuments of 16th Century Mughal period. It is a rare tomb of Emperor Akbar's son in law comprising eight chambers surrounding the central crypt. The structure is symmetrical and has profusely ornamental interiors with painted plaster pattern. Renovation of tomb was supported by US Ambassador Funds for Cultural preservation. Do visit and see the beauty of the entire complex. #localguides