Barber' tomb in the Humayun's Tomb Complex in Delhi, India is believed to be built in the 16th century. This small , square, sandstone tomb, comissioned by Akbar, is raised on a plinth within the garden of Humayun's tomb in eastern Delhi. It is built in the multipartite vault form, with four large intersecting ribs creating a central domed area, four squinches, and four rectangular spaces. The tomb is covered by a double dome with four chattris. It is popularly known as the "Barber's tomb", although the true identity of the occupant is unknown.
Monday, October 26, 2009
Barber's Tomb ka Maqbara
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