The short answer
Tomb of Hasan Khan Suri (Sukha Rauza): what visitors should know first
Worth adding if you are already at Sher Shah's tomb, because it sits nearby and takes under an hour. Expect a quiet, lightly maintained site rather than a polished attraction.
History and context
The story behind Tomb of Hasan Khan Suri (Sukha Rauza)
Hasan Khan Suri died around 1526. An inscription inside names Sher Shah as sultan, so the tomb cannot predate 1538; Percy Brown dates it to about 1545. The designer is given as Aliwal Khan. The Archaeological Survey of India list attributes it to Hasan Shah Suri, a title he never held.
Useful facts
Tomb of Hasan Khan Suri (Sukha Rauza) facts at a glance
- Location
- Sasaram, close to Sher Shah's tomb
- Style
- Afghan octagonal tomb in sandstone
- Also called
- Sukha Rauza
- Built
- About 1545 (Percy Brown); not earlier than 1538
- Features
- Walled enclosure, stepwell and mosque
- Protection
- Monument of national importance
Why it matters
Why Tomb of Hasan Khan Suri (Sukha Rauza) is worth your time
Hasan Khan Suri was a jagirdar and the father of Sher Shah Suri. His first grave was probably a modest structure, and Sher Shah later raised the present building. Seeing it beside Sher Shah's own mausoleum shows how the Sur family turned a local jagir into an imperial dynasty.
Architecturally the tomb is a key step towards the larger lake mausoleum, using the same octagonal plan and dome with chhatris on a smaller scale.
Highlights
What not to miss
- 01
Octagonal tomb
The dome, chhatris and arched veranda show the Sur style in miniature.
- 02
Walled enclosure
Gateways on each side, a stepwell and a mosque show the complex layout.
- 03
Prayer niche
The Naskh inscription above the niche dates the present tomb.
Plan your visit
How to experience it
The tomb stands within a square walled enclosure with a large gateway in the middle of each side. Walk the perimeter first, then enter the octagonal building, which has a single-storey veranda with three arched openings on each side and a large dome ringed by ornamental chhatris.
Inside, note the western wall's prayer niche with a Naskh inscription above it, which names Sher Shah as sultan and therefore dates the present building to after 1538. The enclosure also holds a stepwell and a mosque, which give a sense of how a tomb complex worked as a whole.
Compare its form with Sher Shah's own tomb: it is smaller and earlier, and historians treat it as a forerunner. It is a good place for a quiet half hour away from the main crowds.
Plan with confidence
Small decisions that make the visit easier.
- Combine with Sher Shah's tomb
- Visit in the morning for cooler air
- Check ticket and access on arrival
- Carry water; shade is limited
Know before you go
Timing, access and comfort
- Area
- Sasaram, close to the tomb of Sher Shah Suri
- Time needed
- 30-60 minutes
- Best time
- November to February; mornings
- Walking level
- Easy
- Senior comfort
- The enclosure is level and walkable. There is limited seating and shade, and interior steps and uneven stone may need care.
- Tickets and access
- A protected national-importance monument. Ticketing and opening arrangements are not published; check on site.
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Plan the practical part
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Travelling with parents?
The enclosure is level and walkable. There is limited seating and shade, and interior steps and uneven stone may need care.
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See concierge supportFAQs
Is it far from Sher Shah's tomb?
It is close by within Sasaram, and the two are easily combined.
Why is it called Sukha Rauza?
Sukha Rauza is a local name for the tomb, used alongside its formal name.
Is it well maintained?
It is a protected monument but not heavily visited, so expect basic conditions.
Sources and further reading
Timings, fees and access rules change. Recheck with the official source before you travel.
