Bibi Pari, Mausoleum in Lalbagh Fort, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Bibi Pari is a mausoleum within Lalbagh Fort featuring a square layout with eight rooms arranged around a central burial chamber. The structure blends Mughal architectural style with local design elements, showcasing brass-covered domes and white marble interior surfaces.
The mausoleum holds the remains of Bibi Pari, daughter of Mughal governor Shaista Khan, who died in 1684. Her burial took place during her father's second period of administration in the region.
The architectural elements combine Mughal design principles with local influences, incorporating brass-wrapped domes and white marble interior decorations.
The mausoleum is accessible through the Lalbagh Fort complex, which is regularly open to visitors. Guided tours on site can help explain the history and architectural details of the monument.
A separate burial room in the southeast corner of the mausoleum houses the remains of Shamsad Begum, Bibi Pari's own daughter. This second grave reveals family connections that have been preserved within the structure.
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