Jamshid Quli
This is the only octagonal, two-storeyed tomb at Golconda. Compared to the tomb of his predecessor, Jamshid's tomb represents an unexpectedly high level of architectural achievement. Each face of the upper storey has arched recesses framing smaller arched openings. The octagonal balustrade, supported by lotus brackets, has a double-band of rosettes. A similarly ornate parapet has domed finals at its eight corners. A line of rosettes also decorate petals at the base of the slightly bulbous dome. The tomb of Subhan Quli, seen on the right, has a rare fluted dome.
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