First garden tomb - Humayun’s Tomb

Q.  Which is the first garden tomb in Indian subcontinent?
- Published on 20 Apr 16

a. Taj Mahal
b. Humayun’s Tomb
c. Akbar’s Mausoleum
d. Tomb of ghaus mohammed

ANSWER: Humayun’s Tomb
 
  • Humayun’s 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.
  • The tomb was commissioned by Humayun's son Akbar.
  • It was also the first structure to use red sandstone at such a scale.
  • It is first to have Persian Double dome structure.

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