Jam Nizamuddin II

Who was Jam Nizamuddin II?

Jám Nizámuddín II, reigned between 1461 - 1508. He was the most famous ruler of the Samma Dynasty, which ruled the Sindh and parts of the Punjab and the Balochistan from 1351 - 1551 C.E. He was known by nickname of Jám Nindó. His capital was Thatta in modern south Pakistan. The Samma dynasty reached the height of its power, during the reign of Jam Nizamuddin II, who is still recalled as a hero, and his rule is considered as golden-age of the Sindh.

Jam's grave is located at Makli as part of the world heritage site of Historical Monuments at Makli, Thatta. The tomb is an impressive piece of stone structure with fine ornamental carving similar to the 15th century Gujrat style. It has been restored but unfortunately, it suffers from cracks and wall distortions caused by rough weathering and erosion of the slope on which it stands. After his death, his weak son Jám Ferózudin lost the Sultanate in 1525 C.E. to an invading army of Shah Beg Arghun, who had been thrown out of Kandahar by Babur.