When did Akbar die and when was his tomb completed?
Akbar died on the 26th of October 1605 from dysentery. The construction of his mausoleum took three to four years between 1605 and 1613.
Questions about Akbar's tomb
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Where is Akbar's tomb located relative to Agra city center?
The site sits eight kilometers west-northwest of Agra city center on the Mathura road in Sikandra. This location was chosen for its proximity to Fatehpur Sikri where Akbar once held court.
What happened to Akbar's tomb during the Jat rebellion in 1688?
Jats rose in rebellion under Raja Ram Jat on the 28th of March 1688 and ransacked the interior of the tomb. They looted gold jewels silver and carpets before opening the grave and burning the late king's bones.
Who restored Akbar's tomb and when were repairs finished?
George Curzon directed extensive repairs as Viceroy of India after the passage of the Ancient Monuments Preservation Act in 1904. His preservation project concluded in 1905 following a long period of structural neglect.
Which wife of Akbar is buried near him at the Sikandra complex?
Mariam-uz-Zamani is the only wife of Akbar buried close to him within the same complex. She died in May 1623 and her son Jahangir later converted an existing pavilion into a mausoleum for her final resting place.