Nizamuddin Tomb & Graveyard, Chanderi - Timings, History, Best Time to Visit

At a distance of 1.5 km from Chanderi Bus Station, Nizamuddin Tomb and Graveyard is a tomb complex located in Chanderi, Madhya Pradesh. Situated near Badal Mahal Gate, it is one of the best places to visit in Chanderi.

Situated near the Jama Masjid, in the Andar Shehar or Inner City, Mazar Khandan-e-Nizamuddin or the grave complex of Nizamuddin was built in 1425 during the time of Malwa Sultan Hoshang Shah. According to the Archaeological Survey of India, these are the graves of the family of the famous Delhi Chishti Sufi Saint Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya's descendants, who had come to Chanderi. However, the Delhi Nizami family says they have no records of anyone moving here. Others contend that they belong to the descendants of the 16h century Nizam-ud-Din Ahmad Bakshi. T

The grave complex of Nizamuddin was built in 1425 during the time of Malwa Sultan Hoshang Shah. The complex contains graves of disciples and family members of Khwaja Nizamuddin Auliya. Most of the intricately carved grave cenotaphs lay under the open sky while some are ensconced in enclosures. The black stone graves with motifs, enclosure walls with intricate latticework, and mihrabs with signature ogee arches all combine to exhilarate you. Currently, the site is conserved by the Archeological Survey of India.

Timings: 6 AM - 6 PM

Entry: Free