QUTB SHAHI HERITAGE PARK
CONSERVATION
09. Burial Chamber This structure was found recently under a heap of rubble. It is a domed underground chamber. It would have a mausoleum atop. This structure is an incomplete mausoleum built till the upper plinth platform level. The platform houses vents on both the upper and lower plinths. The lower plinth can be accessed by a small flight of steps at the southeast and southwest corners. The crypt is accessed from the western arched opening. The ceiling is supported by 2m deep vaults on all four sides and houses an articulated stone medallion at the centre.
ACTION TAKEN: •
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Vegetation and debris covering the monument was removed •
Collapsed portions of average 1500 mm height of the lower
and scientific cleaning was carried out to define the original
plinth level were rebuilt in the eastern and western direction to
extent and historic levels of the monument.
strengthen the structure using stones cut to size.
Original vents in the northern, southern, and western direction •
The original extents of the upper plinth were exposed and
were cleaned and exposed on upper and lower plinth levels
restored to achieve the original heights.
along with the original plaster layer. •
Interior and exterior facades were documented with the help of computer aided drawings and aerial images to understand the construction method of the monument.
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