Know the story of bejewelled crown of the last Mughal emperor Bahadur Shah Zafar, it is now in…
The fall of the Mughal Empire came in 1857 after the British forces successfully defeated Emperor Bahadur Shah Zafar, who had ...
From Babur to Aurangzeb and Bahadur Shah Zafar: Emperors from the rise to the fall of the Mughal empire
The Mughal Empire, spanning from the early 16th to the 18th century, left a lasting legacy through its blend of Persian, Indian, and Islamic influence ...
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The Mughal Empire’s Paradise on Earth
An exhibition showcases the sophisticated cultural language developed in the Indian subcontinent from around 1560 to 1660 across the reign of three emperors.
The emperor’s new clothes: How the Mughals fashioned a distinct identity
The royal adoption of Indic garb was more than a deliberate campaign to cement control – it was a sign of a deeper form of ...
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Mughal tombs under scrutiny? Amid Aurangzeb row, VHP ‘inspects’ Humayun tomb, plans Safdarjung Tomb visit soon
Aurangzeb ruled over the Indian subcontinent, including Delhi, from 1658 until his death in 1707 and sought to expand the ...
In photos: A walk through the gates of Old Delhi
The formidable fortifications watched centuries go by. The remains are reminders and relics of the city’s many pasts.
Melodies of the City: Delhi as Portrayed by Urdu Poets
Delhi, the timeless heart of India, has long enchanted poets with its layered heritage, vibrant culture, and bustling streets ...
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The lost grave of Dara Shikoh, murdered by brother Aurangzeb
Mughal emperor Aurangzeb got his brother Dara Shikoh beheaded in Delhi and presented his head to their father, Shah Jahan, ...