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Humayun's Tomb

A Mughal garden tomb, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Best timeLate afternoon
Time needed1 hour
EntryNormal entry tickets included in our packages
Humayun's Tomb, Delhi

About Humayun's Tomb

Humayun's Tomb is a Mughal garden tomb of red sandstone and white marble built in the 1560s for the emperor Humayun. It is a forerunner of the Taj Mahal, set in a formal garden with water channels and surrounded by other tombs.

It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a calm place for a walk.

What to see and do

  • Charbagh garden layout
  • Red sandstone and marble tomb
  • Quiet lawns for photographs

Good to know

  • Late afternoon gives the best light
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