On the way to Rajghat, we happened to see the
Lal Khan Tomb at Varanasi. This visit was a part of the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025
Tour, between 05th February and 08th February 2025,
organized by Mantra Yatra (website).
Thanks to Mr. Balaji Davey and his team of Mantra Yatra for the excellent
arrangement and personal care.
The tomb of Lal Khan is one of the Centrally Protected
Monuments, situated on the left bank of the Ganga River near Malviya Bridge in the Rajghat
region, Varanasi. It was built in 1773 CE by the rulers of Varanasi. Lal Khan was
the minister/army commander of the former king of Kashi. He contributed to the extension and development of Kashi through his courage and heroism. In the last days
of his life, the king of Kashi promised to fulfill his last wish. Lal
Khan wished to see the gateway of the royal palace even after his
death. King of Kashi honored his wish and buried him at Rajghat after the
death of Lal Khan and built a splendid tomb there.
This tomb is located in the center of a rectangular garden. An octagonal stone canopy covers each corner of the garden. The main structure of the tomb is constructed on a high square platform. The outer walls of the tomb are decorated with three arched designs, in which the central arch is comparatively higher. Two doors are built on the west and south sides to enter the Tomb. The grand dome of the tomb is decorated with colored tilework. Four smaller canopies are also constructed in four corners of the dome. The grave of brave warrior Lal Khan is placed under the tomb. Two other members of his family are also buried under the tomb. The influence of Mughal architecture is clearly visible in the architectural style of this tomb.
LOCATION OF THE TOMB: CLICK HERE
--- OM SHIVAYA NAMA---
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