Mandu
Mandu, set picturesquely at the edge
of the Vindhya range, overlooking the Narmada river was once known as
Shadiabad, the 'Citadel of Joy'. It was the pleasure resort of the rulers of
Malwa and echoes with love tales of poet prince Baz Bahadur and Rani Rupmati.
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Tourist Acctration in Mandu
- Jahaz Mahal
- Hoshang Shah's Tomb
- Asharfi Mahal or the 'palace of gold coins'
- Rupmati's Pavilion
- Hindola Mahal
Jahaz Mahal : The 400 ft. long and
50 ft. wide double storey pleasure palace built between two lakes, resembles a
ship. This remarkable edifice in stone is said to have been built by Sultan
Ghiyas-ud-din Khilji for his large harem of 15,000 women.
Hoshang Shah's Tomb : The beautiful tomb is one of the finest specimes of Afghan architecture
and the first marble structure of the country.
Jami Masjid : It is patterned on the
great mosque of Damascus and is another great example of Afghan architecture in
India.
Asharfi Mahal or the 'palace of gold coins' : It was built by Mahmud Shah
Khilji and was conceived as an academic institution. In the same complex he
built a seven storeyed victory tower to celebrate his victory over Rana Kumbha
of Mewar.
Rupmati's Pavilion : It was built by Baz Bahadur for his queen Rupmati, on the southern crest
of a hill, overlooking the Nimar valley. The pavilion commands a panoramic view
of the meandering Narmada river, especially on full moon night.
Hindola Mahal : The 'swinging palace'
gets the name from its leaning walls that resemble a swing. It combines immense
proportions with a simplicity of design. Other attractions include, Jami
Masjid, Rewa Kund, Baz Bahadur's Palace, Nilkantha etc.
REACHING THERE
Airport : Indore (100 kms.).
Railheads : Mhow (66 kms.), Indore
and Ratlam (105 kms.).
Road: Well connected by road
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