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Mausoleum of Mirjan Shami




Mausoleum of Mirjan Shami is situated besides the tomb of Khudawand Khan, in Surat, Gujarat. Mirjan Shami, a converted Muslim, was an army chief and was killed in the year 1559-60 by Garsia, the governor of Daman. Constructed in Indo-Iranian style, the Mausoleum features exquisite carvings on its pillars which reflect a unique combination of Hindu and Jain sculptures.



Updated on 14th November, 2023
District: Surat
Location: Surat    

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