About Itimad-ud-daula
Mirza Gheyas Beg, who later came to be known as Itimad-ud-daula, was a poor merchant and lived in Persia. He shifted to India in the hope of changing his fortune. While on the way, he was attacked by robbers and was left penniless. At the same time, his pregnant wife gave birth to a baby girl. They did not have enough money to feed her, so they thought of abandoning her, but on the way, they found a caravan. They joined it and reached the court of Mughal Emperor Akbar, where Gheyas became a courtier. The baby girl changed their fate, hence they named her Mehrunnisa, who later became the wife of Emperor Jahangir. The history remembers her by the name of Noor Jahan. She commissioned the construction of this fort, as a tribute to her father.
Architecture of Itimad-ud-daula's Tomb
The entrance to the tomb is made of red sandstone. After entering the gateway, you reach a beautiful garden, in the center of which lies the majestical white structure. It has four minarets standing out from the main tomb. Inside the monument, the cenotaphs of Itimad-ud-daula and his wife are set side by side. The walls are adorned with stunning paintings and stucco. These paintings are embellished with semi-precious stones carved in the form of trees and wine bottles.
How to Reach Itimad-ud-daula's Tomb
Itimad-ud-daula's Tomb is located 4 km from Agra Fort and 2 km from Ram Bagh. It is situated on the road going from Agra Fort to the Ram Bagh. The best way to reach the fort is by taking an auto rickshaw from the Auto stand near Agra Fort.
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Tips
Security is very tight and food and drinks (other than water) are not allowed. Check out the full rules before visiting this place as guards can be really strict.
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