ItimadudDaulah's Tomb (Baby Taj) Tourism
Type of destination: Monument
Ideal visit duration: 1-2 hours
Itimad-ud-Daulah's Tomb, often referred to as 'Baby Taj', is a Mughal mausoleum in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India. This exquisite tomb is renowned for its delicate marble latticework and inlay, representing a transition between the robust architectural style of the early Mughals and the delicate elegance of the Taj Mahal. It was commissioned by Nur Jahan, the wife of Mughal Emperor Jahangir, for her father Mirza Ghiyas Beg, who was given the title of Itimad-ud-Daulah (Pillar of the State). Constructed between 1622 and 1628 on the eastern bank of the Yamuna River, it is set in a large cruciform garden crisscrossed by water courses and walkways. The walls are made of white marble from Rajasthan encrusted with semi-precious stone decorations - cornelian, jasper, lapis lazuli, onyx, and topaz. These materials create a kind of Pietra dura, an inlay technique of using cut and fitted, highly-polished colored stones to create images. The mausoleum features a symmetry that foreshadows the Taj Mahal and has had a strong influence on its design.
Opening and Closing time of ItimadudDaulah's Tomb (Baby Taj)
| Monday |
06:00 AM - 06:00 PM |
| Tuesday |
06:00 AM - 06:00 PM |
| Wednesday |
06:00 AM - 06:00 PM |
| Thursday |
06:00 AM - 06:00 PM |
| Friday |
06:00 AM - 06:00 PM |
| Saturday |
06:00 AM - 06:00 PM |
| Sunday |
06:00 AM - 06:00 PM |
Disclaimer: It's important to check the most current information before planning your visit, as opening hours can vary and might be subject to change due to special events, maintenance, or unforeseen circumstances. A reliable way to confirm the opening hours is to contact the local tourism board, check the official website (if available)
Entry Ticket Pricing for ItimadudDaulah's Tomb (Baby Taj)
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Tips when you are visiting to ItimadudDaulah's Tomb (Baby Taj)
Tip1
Visit during sunrise or sunset for a spectacular view of the monument against the changing colors of the sky.
Tip2
Carry water and wear comfortable shoes to explore the gardens.
Tip3
Guided tours can enrich your visit with historical insights.
Tip4
Be respectful of the site's historical and cultural significance.
Top 5 Reviews on ItimadudDaulah's Tomb (Baby Taj)
CzarEmmanuel
Wrote on 22nd Jun, 2024
Amazing Mughal mausoleum
The Mughal emperors were fond of grandiose constructions and you can easily see this even in the garden tombs they built for themselves. I'timad-ud-Daula is one concrete example of this. It dates back..
mel7155
Wrote on 13th Jun, 2024
Under-rated site but very pretty site
Visited this site after seeing the Taj Mahal. As such, able to do a comparison , while it lacks the grandeur and size of the Taj Mahal , the intricate wall work and tile work are comparable or even be..
Traveveller00849
Wrote on 6th Jun, 2024
Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah - Baby Taj
This is also known as the Baby Taj, this Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah was built before the Taj Mahal and the latter is said to have been modelled on it. It's very pretty and well worth a visit.
857geoffh
Wrote on 28th May, 2024
Known as 'Baby Taj'
Considered to have been the prototype of the Taj Mahal, it's easy to see why the mausoleum of Mirza Ghiyas Beg, the treasurer of Mughal Emperor Jahangir (and given the name of I'timad-ud-Daulah [Pilla..
Wander26198186023
Wrote on 28th May, 2024
Very Beautiful another great monument built by Mughals
Tomb of Itimad-ud Daulah is a wonderful place to visit. it has few similarities of Taj but it's very small in comparison, but it has it's own beauty and charm. Worth a watch if you are specially com..
