By Dean Nelson, New Delhi – The park will be based around Emperor Humayuns Tomb, the world heritage site believed to have been the inspiration for the Taj Mahal, and will include the Purana Qila, the medieval fort of Indias Mughal and Afghan rulers, a 16th century caravanserai, smart restaurants and a museum to tell their stories.Its driving force in India, the Aga Khans local director Ratish Nanda, believes the project will not only provide jobs for the areas poor largely Muslim community, but also act as a peaceful sanctuary from the cacophony that comes from the capitals 16 million people.His vision is of an oasis where visitors can quietly read a book in the shade of its rare trees, appreciate the citys rich Mughal history and enjoy Qawwali concerts in its amphitheatre to celebrate its role as the birthplace 700 years ago of Sufi music. It will recreate the citys Ridge forest and propagate some of its threatened trees and bushes to sell in its nursery.
via Aga Khan revives lost 16th century Mughal garden in heart of Delhi – Telegraph.
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