constructed in the year 1754, Safdarjung Tomb is the last garden tomb built in the late Mughal Empire Style. It is the sandstone and Marble mausoleum of the Mughal statesman Mirza Muqim Abul Mansur Khan who was popularly called as Safdarjung. This monumental tomb looks like an architectural inspiration drawn from the Humayun tomb, whereas for its erection slabs from the tomb of Abdul Rahim Khankhana were used.

Safdarjung Tomb has a dual storied entry gate and a five-part facade all beautifully crafted in purple. It also sustain an inscription on in Arabic that says “When the hero of plain bravery diverge from the transitory, may he become a inhabitant of God’s paradise”. The tomb has a ninefold floor plan consisting many rooms and libraries. At the right of the main gate there lies the three domed mosques. The facade and the central dome constructed on a terrace give the mausoleum of Safdarjung a somewhat resembles to that of the Taj Mahal, omit the lack of symmetry due to the vertical prominence does makes to structure. The four octagonal towers on its four corners are also different from the Taj Mahal in which they stay unfastened from the facade of the tomb.

The time Safdarjung tomb was constructed, the Mughal empire was in its end stage. Thus, poor quality of materials are used for construction, like sandstone instead of marble. Which is why the architecture of the monument has been criticized for lack of quality and also for lack of proportioning in it. But still its unsurpassed glory gives a reason to the visitors to must see this place on their sightseeing tour in Delhi.

HISTORY OF THE ATTRACTION

Safdarjung is the best place to visit for taking a stroll around its interesting past while enjoying the gentle breeze in its peaceful garden. Safdarjung was a persian native and the ruler of Awadh portion as the viceroy of Muhammad Shah of the Mughal empire. After his last breath, he moved to Delhi and became the prime minister when Muhammad Shah Ahmed Shah climb the throne of the Mughal empire in 1748. Later when the king got flood in wine and opium life, Looking at thisSafdarjung over exercised his power and tried to take everything in control, when the King’s family took the help of their Hindu Maratha confederacy to drove him out of Delhi and to seize the control back on their hands in 1753. Safdarjung did not live much longer after and died in 1754. The Nawab Shujaud Daula, his son pleaded the Mughal empire to allow him to built his father’s tomb in Delhi.

GETTING THERE

The very nearest metro station to Safdarjung Tomb is Jor Bagh, from there the visitors or the localites can take an auto or taxi to cover the short distance to this heritage attraction.

THINGS TO DO IN AND AROUND

The past lovers can take a dip into the old Mughal architecture while admiring the intricate beauty of the Safdarjung tomb. One can also indulge into photography in the manicured gardens across the tomb. The other visitors attractions  near to the Lodhi Garden where one can also find amazing restaurants to satisfy their urge for food. Shopping at khan market is another interesting fact the tourists can enjoy near the Tomb of Safdarjung.

OPENING AND CLOSING TIME

The Tomb of Safdarjung is opened all days of the week from 7am to 5pm.

BEST TIME TO VISIT

Delhi tourism catch up its pace mainly during the time of winters, as summers are quite hot here. Hence, evening time between 4pm to 6pm when sun is not too harsh is also favorable to spend a quality time with your love once (family,friends...etc.)at the Safdarjung Tomb.