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Humayun's tomb at the centre of the 'char bagh' garden complex
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Paved khiyabans or walkways that divide the garden into 4 squares
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Water channels run through through each of the 4 sections & connect to a central pool.
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The channels are bisect at right angles.
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The 4 water channels represent the 4 rivers described in the Quran: Of milk, honey, wine & water
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An essential feature of the Char Bagh is running water: The pool reflects the beauty of the sky and garden.
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Water pavilions at regular intervals add to the charm
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Openings at the tomb platform, to ensure rainwater flows down easily.
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A beautiful 3 tiered structure, topped by a circular dome, built with redstone.
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A disused well in the complex
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An open well near the walls, now covered up.
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The covered roof of an unused well in the complex.