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19 March 2008 - Sayyid & Lodi Dynasties

Tomb of Darya Khan Lohani Early 16th century tomb. He was the chief justice under Bahlol Lodi and vakil under Sikander Lodi (see last tomb). This is located in South Extension.	This is called a chatris There were four of these. One on each corner of the raised tomb platform	Having a picnic
Scale of the tomb	Waiting... want a ride?	Chhote Khan ka Gumbad also located in South Ex... not much is known about these tombs, but they are located right in the middle of a busy neighboorhood.
Detail	Also waiting... Although his girl showed up and they enjoyed a quiet discussion.	Bara Khan ka Gumbad right next to the Chhote Khan ka Gumbad. Totally different style and much bigger. FYI. Chhote means small, and Bara means big.
At Lodi Gardens We drove to Lodi Gardens for the rest of the tour... this was the first building I saw, also called the Bara Gumbad	Taking a break	Muhammad Shah Tomb This building is surrounded by gigantic palm trees forming a large square enclousure. This is a beautiful location.
From the tomb	Columns of the tomb	Walking towards the Bara Gumbad This is where by camera battery died. BUMMER! So I took Donny and Lena and the kids back soon after and shot some more photos.
Beautiful walk on a Sunday morning	The Bara Gumbad	Bara Gumbad from our walk back through
The Mosque attached to the Bara Gumbad... this was beautiful with amazing stone work. Some date this to 1494.	The kids in the mosque	The Mirhab or prayer niche
The Group	Sheesh Gumbad Beautiful from the outside... but disappointing on the interior.	Sheesh Gumbad
Sheesh Gumbad from the walk back	Sikander Lodi tomb enclosure	A was startled... by a large bird and nearly jumped out of her skin
Sikander Lodi tomb	The Sikander Lodi gate