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Maqbara Paik

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Sl.N. Documentation Parameters Explanatory Notes
1. Name of the Monument/ Site MAQBARA PAIK
2. Geo coordinates & Location 28°73’ N, 77°15’ E; It is located at Muqarba Chowk.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/rHP5QU2crjUGYuwFA
3. Approach Nearest Metro Station- Haiderpur Badli Mor Metro and Jahangir Puri.
Nearest Bus Stop- Muqarba Chowk Bus Stand.
Nearest Railway Station- Old Delhi Railway Station.
4. Date/ Period Mughal Period
5. Brief History The tomb locally known as Maqbara Paik belongs to the Mughal Period. Not much is known about the history of the monument. The word “Paik” literally means a messenger and also refers to a foot soldier in Mughal infantry. There is no particular name associated with the tomb.
6. Architectural style The main structure is resting on an octagonal platform or plinth with a small chamber on the lower ground floor. The tomb has arched recesses on its eight sides, with arched openings on its four cardinal points. The dome is segmental resting on a decorative drum.The structure is constructed of Lakhori Bricks masonry finished with lime plaster.

 

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