According to historical records, Koshak Mahal was ordered to be built by Mahmud Khilji of Malwa when he passed through Chanderi in 1445 AD. The original plan of the Khilji ruler was to construct a seven-storey palace though only two could be completed during his lifetime. The Mahal is divided into four equal parts and has architecture similar to Mandu.
The Kati Ghati stands at the Southern end of Chanderi. This impressive gate has been cut out of the standing rock of the Southern hill range that surrounds Chanderi. It is near the top of the hillside about 240 feet above the city, and the gate itself is over 30 feet high and 85 feet wide. It is known and been used since its construction as the entry gate into Chanderi for visitors and guests from Malwa and Bundelkhand. It was commissioned by Jimman Khan, son of Sher Khan in the year 1495 A.D.
Baiju Bawra is the only person in India History who defeated TANSEN, music legend and pearl of Mughal court. He defeated Tansen in music competition. In 16th century A.D.: The Pandit Baiju Nath Prasad was born in Chanderi in the 16th century A.D. History books do not give any clear dates as to his birth or upbringing. It is believed that he was born to a rich religious family and grew up in one of the fine havelis of Chanderi. The story goes as he grew up Baiju wanted to lead a life that was beyond luxury and prosperity.
Badal Mahal Gate 1450 A.D.: A gate without a Mahal, it was constructed to commemorate some important victory.
21km from Burhanpur, this palace is on the Amravati road. When Shah Jahan was the governor of this area he had fell in love with a danseuse called Gulara. and he did not stop at that, he married her and set her up in this palace, hence the name. The Mahal Gulara is actually two palaces joined by a charming pathway. The palace is in fragile condition and is under ASI's protection which keeps repairing it from time to time.
This resting house (sarai) was built by Abdul Rahim Khan Khana was appointed as the subedar of Khandesh by the Mughals. During the time of Jahangir, an ambassador of the English King James I, Sir Thomas Roe had come to India, he was put up in this sarai. The main door of the sarai is about 90 feet tall and is built of black stone. There are about 400 rooms in thos place which are in quite good shape.
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Situated at the Chowk area of Bhopal, Shaukat Mahal is one of the architectural wonders of Bhopal. The Mahal is an odd combination of Indo-Islamic and European styles of architecture. Supposed to be designed by a profligate Frenchman, the building is very different from the rest of the Islamic architecture in the locality.
A graceful building of the princely era, Sadar Manzil is located at the Chowk area of Madhya Pradesh. The former rulers of Bhopal were using this graceful building as a hall of public audience. This brick-red edifice has a flamboyant appearance, and the precincts that surround the palace make it picturesquely beautiful.
The magnificence of the building and the surrounding greenery generate a magical charm on the spectator. Sadar Manzil, which situates near to Gohar Mahal, with its exceptional architecture and artistic beauty attracts large number of people.
Situated in the banks of the magnificient Upper Lake, Gohar Mahal is one of the beautiful palaces in Bhopal. It is built by Gohar begum, who was the first woman ruler of Bhopal. Constructed in the year 1820, Gohar Mahal is an architectural marvel, which presents a perfect blend of Hindu and Mughal Architecture.
Though the Palace has not been maintained properly, its arcades maintain the majestic look and the past glory. A splendid mansion of great historical importance, Gohar Mahal is in the path of renovation which will restore the original grandeur.
Rajmahal is a historically significant town situated in the Sahibganj District. This town lies on the right bank of River Ganges and used to be the seat of the government during the Mughal period. In 1592, Raja Man Singh, who was the general of Emperor Akbar, constructed a Rajmahal in the place. Apart from this Rajmahal, the town is home to several other monuments too like Singhi Dalan, Akbari Masjid, Tomb of Maina-Bibi and Tomb of Miran.