Barakhamba
Barakhamba, also known as Barakhamba Monument, is a 14th-century tomb building from the Tughlaq period that is located in New Delhi, India. Barakhamba means '12 Pillars' in Urdu and Hindi languages. The name has also been used for an upscale modern metro road named the "Barakhamba road" in Connaught Place at the heart of the city.
| Barakhamba | |
|---|---|
Barakhamba Monument | |
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Islam |
| Leadership | Muhammad bin Tughluq |
| Year consecrated | 14th century |
| Location | |
| Location | New Delhi, India |
Location of Barakhamba in Delhi | |
| Geographic coordinates | 28°35′28.7″N 77°14′30.5″E |
| Architecture | |
| Type | Tomb |
| Style | Islamic |
| Specifications | |
| Direction of façade | Open on four sides |
| Dome(s) | Four Domes |
Barakhamba monument is a tomb constructed by Muhammad bin Tughluq. It is located in the Nizamuddin heritage area at the entrance road to the Nizamuddin Auliya and is under restoration.
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