Ibrahim Roza, Bijapur

Ibrahim-Roza, Bijapur is one of the best of Bijapur attractions. Ibrahim Roza is one of the brilliant specimens of Muslim architecture in Bijapur. The construction of the tomb of Ibrahim Roza is credited to Ibrahim Adil Shah II.

Bijapur has many historical monuments all around. Ibrahim Roza is counted among one of the most beautiful evidences of Islamic architecture. Ibrahim Adil Shah II constructed this tomb as a tribute to his queen Taj Sultana. Ibrahim-Roza in Bijapur strongly signifies elegance and detailing of artwork. It features minarets that rise up to a height of 24 meters and is believed to be the inspiration for the lovely minarets of the Taj Mahal.

Ibrahim-Roza has significant sculptural decorative work with intricate designs. Ibrahim-Roza in Bijapur is also the burial place, where the king, his queen, his daughter, two sons and his mother Haji Badi Sahiba have been buried. This tomb is an exquisite place, which provide the visitors an insight into the elegant Muslim architecture of the time. This splendid structure consists of interconnected buildings. They are richly decorated with wall sculptures and wall hangings belonging to the ancient age when Adil Shah II lived.

It is estimated that this tomb was constructed between 15 th to 17 th century. Ibrahim Roza and a mosque are set in a walled garden facing a lovely ornamental pond. Minarets mark the corners of every building, and the dome above rises from a lotus petal base. Ibrahim-Roza, Bijapur is a place worth visiting in Bijapur to experience the rich culture of the place.



Last Updated on 07 August 2012