Mehrauli Archaeological Park in Delhi is home to the tomb of Ghayasuddin Balban (1200-1287), the last major ruler of the Salve Dynsaty (also known as Mamluk dynasty), the first of the five Muslim dynasties, known as Delhi Sultanate which ruled from 1206 to 1526.
Balban ascended the throne in 1266 and ruled till 1287. After an iron rule of about twenty-two years, Balban died in 1287. Today his tomb betrays no hint of Balban's fame as one of the most powerful rulers of medieval India.
Adjacent to the Balban’s tomb lies the grave of his son Muhammad Khan who had died fighting against the Mongols under their leader Tamar near Multan in 1285. Muhammad Khan was appointed governor of Multan. After his death he was given the title of Shahid, "the Martyr" and came to be known as Khan-i-Shahid, (the Martyr Prince).
Balban's tomb was renovated last year.
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