I had been here before but this time I went in intending to see how the son’s burial place compared with that of his father who is buried in Kabul. Bagh-e Babur (Babur’s Gardens) is a modest site for the first of the Mogul emperors. It is set within one of the nicest green spots in the city. A shrine was built in white marble nearby by Shah Jahan. The Aga Khan Trust for Culture has done extensive work in recent years to restore the original beauty of the park which had suffered from both neglect and damage during the war years.

The son’s burial grounds are considerably more extensive and the buildings really quite grandiose. I think I prefer the father’s resting spot which displays a tranquil elegance. I have some photos from Bagh-e Babur that will find their way here soon.

Humayun’s Tomb has been extensively photographed. The photos here are those unique photos that I started collecting on this trip to Delhi in February (2012) of people having their photo taken at this famous tourist destination.

I’m not sure of the angles. Will this classic glamour shot appear to show water spurting from the woman’s head?