Diwan-i-Am, Public audience hall in Agra Fort, India.
The Diwan-i-Am features nine arches and three aisles with columns and ceilings decorated in gold paint throughout the spacious red sandstone structure.
Shah Jahan constructed this grand audience hall between 1628 and 1635 to meet with citizens and address their concerns within the Agra Fort complex.
The marble throne platform at the eastern wall includes a gold-plated railing that separated the emperor from courtiers during public petition sessions.
The hall remains open to visitors through the Amar Singh Gate entrance of Agra Fort, with different admission rates for domestic and international tourists.
Hidden marble windows on both sides of the emperor's platform allowed royal women to observe proceedings without being seen by the public.
Location: Agra
Part of: Agra Fort
GPS coordinates: 27.17889,78.02337
Latest update: March 4, 2025 02:01
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