"Mandu" or "Mandavgad" also known as "the city of Joy" is a historical city in Madhya Pradesh, India. It dates back to the 10th Century.
Mandu city is situated at an elevation of 633 metres and
overlooks the plateau of Malwa to the north and the valley of the Narmada River
to the south.
Let's travel back to the places we visited-
The Beautiful Valley on the way...
A large sandstone structure originally built as an army observation post it is known today as Roopmati's Pavilion. Rani Roopmati - the love interest of Baaz Bahadur lived here and is said to have gazed at the Baz Bahadur's Palace - situated below and also at Narmada river, flowing through the Nimar plains far below, a river which the queen revered.
Built by Baz Bahadur, this 16th-century structure is famous for its large courtyards encompassed by large halls and high terraces. It is situated below Roopmati's Pavilion and can be seen from the pavilion.
If interested you can read the heartbreaking love story of Roopmati and Baz Bahadur here.
India's first marble structure, it is one of the most refined examples of Afghan architecture. Its unique features include the beautifully proportioned dome, intricate marble lattice work and porticoed courts and towers. It served as a template for the construction of Taj Mahal.
Situated between two artificial lakes, this two storied architectural marvel is so named as it appears as a ship floating in water.
A shell Fossil...
Historical Facts Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mandu,_Madhya_Pradesh
I love your trip shares! The architectural details on that archway are just gorgeous. Looks like a beautiful place.
ReplyDeleteYour photos are beautiful! I feel like I have visited the country.
ReplyDeleteThe city of Joy...what a lovely name! The architecture and details are all so beautiful!
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