Humayun

Humayun, full name Nasir-ud-Din Muhammad Humayun, born on March 6, 1508, and died on January 27, 1556, was the second Mughal emperor of India, ruling from 1530 to 1540 and from 1555 to 1556.

Nasir-ud-Din Muhammad Humayun, better known as Humayun, was born on March 6, 1508, in Kabul. He was the son of Babur, the founder of the Mughal Empire. Humayun ascended the throne in 1530, succeeding his father. His reign was marked by conflicts with Sher Shah Suri, who managed to defeat him in 1540, forcing Humayun into exile. After fifteen years of exile in Persia, Humayun managed to reconquer Delhi in 1555 with the help of the Safavid Empire. Unfortunately, his second reign was short-lived as he died accidentally in 1556. Humayun is best known for being a patron of the arts and architecture. Humayun's Tomb in Delhi is a splendid example of Mughal architecture and inspired many later constructions, including the famous Taj Mahal.

India • |1526/1858| • Mughal dynasty

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