Author: tjiskavw

After the Taj Mahal, this was my favorite place in Agra. Built during the second half of the 16th century by Emperor Akbar, it served as capital of the Mughal…

People caution you to see this before you visit the Taj Mahal as it pales in comparison. It's real name is The tomb of Itimad ud Daulah and it was…

This guy is cleaning his feet in preparation to enter one of the largest mosques in all of India - built by our hero Akbar with the unused dowry of…

This stunning blue octagonal structure is the first tomb you see when you enter the Humayun's tomb complex. Isa Khan was a courtier who was part of Sherb Shah Suri's…

Humayun, while an intelligent man, had a reputation for indecision and absentmindedness. Mild and benevolent, his was of charitable character and despite the treachery of his closest advisors, he forgave…

This gorgeous city park in Delhi and covers a little over 100 acres and is an unique mixture of flora, fauna and tombs. It's a trendy spot for morning walks…

His tomb is much grander than his son's, Akbar - at least to me. Which is kind of surprising as Akbar more than makes up for his father's failings becoming…

This was originally a wooded area where tombs were established for the Lodis who ruled India in the 15th century. In 1936 it became a public garden and I think…

Most of the trees have labels so you can educate yourself about India's natives. I liked how the roots of this tree have wrapped themselves around it to cradle and…

I LOVED this place - my guide took me to all his favorite places for local street food and I sampled everything. So delicious!!!!