Ustad Di Mazar

Ustad Di Mazar is a 17th-century Mughal mausoleum located in Sirhind, Fatehgarh Sahib District, Punjab. It is the tomb of Ustad Syed Khan, a renowned master architect and builder of the Mughal period. Built in 1687-1688, it stands close to the Tomb of Shagird and is noted for its glazed tile decoration, octagonal plan, and domed structure, representing late Mughal funerary architecture.

Visitors can expect a compact, domed tomb structure set in an open compound near Sirhind's historic Rauza Sharif complex. The monument features brick masonry with remnants of glazed tile work, arched entrances, and a central burial chamber. The surroundings are quiet and park-like, with the paired Tomb of Shagird nearby. Visitors can walk around the exterior, view architectural details, and explore the historic cemetery area.

Ustad Di Mazar is the tomb of Ustad Syed Khan, the Ustad (master) architect-mason of the Mughal period. Constructed in 1687-1688 CE, it is contemporary to the late Mughal era. It forms a paired group with the nearby Tomb of Shagird (disciple), illustrating the master-disciple tradition. The tombs are noted for their Mughal architectural style with glazed tile work and are protected as monuments of historical importance in Sirhind, which was a major Mughal provincial town.

The mausoleum is an example of Islamic funerary architecture and Mughal craftsmanship in Punjab. It reflects the cultural tradition of honoring master craftsmen and is part of Sirhind's heritage ensemble that includes Rauza Sharif and other Mughal-era structures. The use of decorative tile work and domed form represents the regional Mughal aesthetic.