akbar built fathepur sikri in the honour of "Sheikh Salim Chishti" by ishani thankz
Akbar built Fatehpur Sikri, (the city of victory) at Agra, in honor of Shaikh Salim Chishti.
The tomb of shaikh Salim chis tiat fathepursikri is a magnificent example of ... The mausoleum was built by Akbar as a mark of his respect and reverence.
The shrine located at Fatehpur Sikri is dedicated to the Sufi saint Sheikh Salim Chishti. He was a revered figure in the Mughal era, and his blessings were sought by Emperor Akbar, who built the shrine to honor him. The shrine is an important pilgrimage site and is known for its stunning architecture and serene ambiance.
Akbar built Fatehpur Sikri as his capital city to honor the Sufi saint Shaikh Salim Chishti and to commemorate the birth of his son, who he had after praying at the saint's tomb. It also served as a symbol of his religious tolerance and his vision of creating a new, inclusive capital for his empire.
Akbar built the city of Fatehpur Sikri in Agra, India, in honor of Shaikh Salim Chishti between 1571-1585. It served as the capital of the Mughal Empire from 1571-1585. Due to inadequate water supplies, it was abandoned. In 1585 Lahore became the capital. In 1599, Akbar again shifted his capital back to Agra.
Anarkali's tomb is supposed to be built Salim(Jahangir) after Akbar's death.
Akbar built Fatehpur Sikri as his new capital to commemorate the birth of his son and heir, who was born after the blessings of a Sufi saint residing in the area. He wanted to establish a new city that symbolized religious harmony and inclusivity, bringing together elements of Hindu, Islamic, and Persian architecture and culture.
Fatehpur Sikri (Hindi: फ़तेहपुर सीकरी, Urdu: فتحپور سیکری) is a city and amunicipal board in Agra district in the state of Uttar Pradesh, India. Built near the much older Sikri, the historical city of Fatehabad, as it was first named, was constructed by Mughal emperor Akbar beginning in 1570. It was built in honour of Sufi saint Shaikh Salim Chisti, who lived in a cavern on the ridgeat Sikri, and foretold the birth of his son, who was named Prince Salim after the saint. He later succeeded Akbar to the throne of the Mughal Empire, as Emperor Jahangir.
1. Taj Mahal at Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India - Tomb of Mumtaz Mahal, favorite wife of Shah Jahan - built by Shah Jahan 2. Tomb of I'timad-ud-Daulah at Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India - built by Nur Jahan for her father 3. Humayun's Tomb at Delhi, India - built by Bega Begum, widow of Humayun. 4. Red Fort or Lal Qila at Delhi, India - built by Shah Jahan as the Mughal palace 5. Jama Maslid at Delhi, India - built by Shah Jahan 6. Bibi Ka Maqbara at Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India - Tomb of Dilras Banu Begum, mother of Azam Shah- built by Azam Shah 7. Akbar's Tomb at Sikandra, Agra, India - built by Akbar himself 8. Moti Masjid or Pearl Mosque at Delhi - built by Aurangzeb 9. Khusrau's Tomb at Khusrobagh, Allahabad, India - Tomb of Khusrau, eldest son of Jahangir, built by Jahangir 10. Fatehpur Sikri at Agra, India - city built by Akbar. Main attractions at Fatehpur Sikri are Buland Darwaza, Tomb of Salim Chishti and Panch Mahal
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