Tomb of Mariam-uz-Zamani
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The Tomb of Mariam-uz-Zamani or Mariam's tomb is the mausoleum of Mariam-uz-Zamani, commonly known as Jodha Bai, the favorite wife[2][3] of the Mughal Emperor Akbar.[4][5][6] The tomb was built by her son Jahangir, in her memory between years 1623–1627 and is located in Sikandra, next to the Akbar's tomb,[7][8][9] in the direction of Mathura. She stands as the only wife of Akbar buried closed to him.[10]
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Tomb of Mariam-uz-Zamani Begum | |
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Religion | |
Affiliation | Islam |
District | Sikandra |
Province | Agra |
Ecclesiastical or organizational status | Tomb |
Leadership | Jahangir |
Year consecrated | 1623 |
Location | |
Location | Sikandra, India |
Territory | Sikandra |
Geographic coordinates | 27°12′55″N 77°56′34″E |
Architecture | |
Type | Tomb |
Style | Mughal architecture |
Completed | Before 1627 |
Specifications | |
Direction of façade | Open on four sides |
Length | 145 ft |
Width | 145 ft |
Height (max) | 39 ft |
Dome(s) | 8 |
Materials | Red Sandstone Stucco |
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