| Ibrahim Rauza | |
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| General information | |
| Location | Bijapur |
| Country | India |
Ibrahim Rauza is a complex consisting of a mausoleum and a mosque, located in Bijapur, in the Indian state of Karnataka. It was built in the 17th century by Ibrahim Adil Shah II. [1]
The tomb was commissioned by Ibrahim Adil Shah II, and completed in 1626. It was intended for Taj Sultana, the queen of Ibrahim Adil, but as he died before her, he was interred within the tomb. An inscription credits Malik Sandal as the architect of the complex, and states that 150,000 huns were expended in its construction. [1]
The complex consists of a tomb and a mosque. They are situated on a high plinth in the middle of a walled garden (about 140 metres (460 ft) square). Entrance to the plinth is from the north and south, where flights of stairs are provided. [1]
It is a square building, with each side measuring about 13 metres (43 ft). The corners are marked with minarets, and the tomb is crowned with a dome, which rises from a lotus-shaped base. The tomb contains the grave of Ibrahim, his queen Taj Sultana, and four other family members. The doors are made of teakwood. [2] [3] [4] [5] [6]
The mosque, situated towards the east of the tomb is slightly smaller. [7]
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