Barack Obama’s staff could not have chosen a better venue than Humayun’s Tomb for his only cultural outing in the capital, says Archana Masih.
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In a city with the most number of Mughal monuments, Humayun’s final resting place stands out for its sheer magnificence and its wonderful restoration work, funded by the Aga Khan Foundation’s ample generosity.
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It is hard to imagine that a decade ago the gardens in the tomb complex were in serious need of restoration. The Aga Khan Trust, spearheading the ongoing restoration work, has done a commendable job in reviving the gardens.
According to its Web site, large shade trees like Mango and Neem were planted and over 300 plants of lemon and orange — said to have been favoured by Humayun — were planted along the outer pathways.
In a country where our monuments abound with lover’s graffiti, Humayun’s Tomb is a marvel that has been reclaimed.
Ismailimail 