Shah Jahani Mahal, Mughal royal palace in Agra Fort, India.
Description
Shah Jahani Mahal is a palace within Agra Fort that blends red stone with white marble in its structure. The building features five nine-cusped arches supported by double pillars, an octagonal tower, and several adjoining rooms.
History
The palace was built between 1628 and 1635 by Emperor Shah Jahan as his first major project in the fort. The construction reshaped existing red stone structures and shows the early experiments with new architectural forms.
Culture
The palace interior displays the transition of Mughal design preferences from red sandstone to white marble through its decorative elements and structural modifications.
Practical
Access is through the Amar Singh Gate at the fort's entrance, then you can explore the entire building and its various rooms. The areas are openly accessible, but the ground can be uneven in places.
Did you know?
Beneath the main palace lie multiple underground chambers, revealing that the building was constructed in layers. These hidden rooms are a rare example of the vertical complexity in Mughal architecture.
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