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Humayun's Tomb, Sunder Nursery and Nizamuddin: A Delhi Half Day

By Myna24 Editorial Team·Updated 21 September 2026·4 min read
Humayun's Tomb, Sunder Nursery, Nizamuddin Dargah and Purana Qila sit close together, and together tell the story of the early Mughals and of Delhi's Sufi tradition.
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Humayun's Tomb

Commissioned by Humayun's first wife, Bega Begum, with construction beginning in 1565 and designed by the Persian architect Mirak Mirza Ghiyas, it was the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site (inscribed 1993) and is often seen as a forerunner of the Taj Mahal.

Sunder Nursery

Sunder Nursery is a large restored park beside the tomb, good for a slow walk before or after the monument.

Nizamuddin Dargah

The dargah is the shrine of the Sufi saint Nizamuddin Auliya, who died in 1325. The poet Amir Khusrau is buried nearby, and qawwali is sung here. Dress modestly, cover your head, and ask before photographing people.

Purana Qila

The Old Fort, built in the 1530s and 1540s in the time of Humayun and Sher Shah Suri, has its main gate, the Qila-i-Kuhna mosque (1541) and Sher Mandal.

💡 Timings, ticket prices and entry rules change, so check the official source before you go.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Humayun's Tomb important?+
It was the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent and is often seen as a forerunner of the Taj Mahal. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, inscribed in 1993.
How long should I spend at Humayun's Tomb?+
About one and a half to two hours, longer if you add Sunder Nursery.

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