Mausoleum of Aga Khan - Wikipedia
The Mausoleum of Aga Khan is the mausoleum of Aga Khan III (Sir Sultan Muhammed Shah, who died in 1957). The mausoleum is located at Aswan along the Nile of Egypt, since Egypt was formerly the centre of power of the Fatimids, an Ismaili Shia dynasty.. The construction of the mausoleum began in 1956 and ended in 1960. [1] The Aga Khan III's wife, Begum Om Habibeh Aga Khan, commissioned the ...
Photos and Video: Mawlana Shah Karim, His Highness the Aga Khan…
2 days ago · The casket of the late Prince Karim Aga Khan IV being carried by hand to the mausoleum of Sir Sultan Mahomed Shah Aga Khan III, Aswan, Egypt, February 9, 2025. Photograph: Akbar Hakim / IPL. Casket of the late Prince Karim Aga Khan IV entering the mausoleum of his grandfather Aga Khan III where he was interred, Aswan, Egypt, 9 …
Aga Khan, the leader of Ismaili Muslims, laid to rest in Egypt …
2 days ago · Relatives of Prince Karim Al-Hussaini, the Aga Khan IV and 49th hereditary imam of the Shiite Ismaili Muslims, who died Tuesday in Portugal, walk during a funeral ceremony at the Aga Khan mausoleum, in Aswan, Egypt, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025.
Why was Aga Khan IV laid to rest in Egypt’s Aswan?
1 day ago · The Aga Khan Mausoleum, located just 2.5 miles from the Aswan Train Station, is a place of deep historical significance. Built by Muhammad Shah, the Aga Khan III — the 48th Imam of the Ismaili ...
Aga Khan, the leader of Ismaili Muslims, laid to rest in Egypt
2 days ago · People carry the coffin of Prince Karim Al-Hussaini, the Aga Khan IV and 49th hereditary imam of the Shiite Ismaili Muslims, who died Tuesday in Portugal, to be buried at the Aga Khan mausoleum ...
Aga Khan, businessman and spiritual leader of Ismaili Muslims, …
2 days ago · The Aga Khan's coffin is carried in front of the Aga Khan mausoleum in Egypt. ... The Aga Khan, a business magnate, philanthropist and the leader of millions of Ismaili Muslims worldwide, has been ...
Why the Aga Khan Mausoleum Is Aswan’s Hidden Gem - Top Ten …
Jan 17, 2024 · Agha Khan Mausoleum stands as a revered monument, paying homage to the spiritual and cultural legacy of the Ismaili Muslim community. Located in Aswan, Egypt, this magnificent mausoleum is dedicated to His Highness Aga Khan III, …
The Agha Khan Mausoleum - Travel2Egypt
Mar 18, 2020 · Visit The Agha Khan Mausoleum in Aswan to witness the serene resting place of the spiritual leader. Marvel at its majestic architecture and enjoy panoramic views of the Nile in a tranquil setting.
Aga Khan Mausoleum | Aswan, Egypt - Lonely Planet
The elegant Tomb of Mohammed Shah Aga Khan belongs to the 48th imam (leader) of the Ismaili sect. In his illustrious life he was hugely influential in the partition of India and the creation of Pakistan, and was father-in-law to Rita Hayworth.
Mausoleum of the Aga Khan - Aswan Monuments in Egypt
Being a land mark of Aswan, the Agha Khan Mausoleum is located in a deserted hill on the west bank of the Nile. The Agha Khan III (1877 -1957) the 48th leader of the Ismailies sect of Shiites was fond of Aswan where he used to spend the winter every year.