Editor’s Note of Chini Ka Rauza, Etmadpur

Chini Ka Rauza is located at Agra, 1 KM north of Itimad Ud Daulah's tomb, which is a tomb of Allama Afzal Khan Mullah of Shiraz, who was the Prime Minister of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. A must visit monument for the tourists, the most distinctive feature of this tomb is the colorful tiles or chini from which it gets its name. Rectangular in shape and built of brown-colored stone, this impressive structure never fails to attract the attention of its visitors. Adorned with inscriptions marked with blue-colored tiles and inlay work, the exterior and interior of the building is unique with color embellishments. However, the most striking feature of this magnificent mausoleum is the Afghan-style rounded dome whose beauty is further accentuated with the Islamic quotes that have been inscribed on it. Chini Ka Rauza remains open to the visitors daily except on Sundays and the entry is free of cost.