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The Jahangir Mahal

The Jahangir Mahal


Built by the Rajput Bundela King Bir Singh Deo in 1626, the Jahangir Mahal was named as a tribute to the Mogul Emperor Jahangir who only spent one night at the palace. Stone elephants flanking the main entrance, six domed pavilions at the corners and at mid-points along the walls and decorative Chhatris (cupolas) are amongst many notable architectural features of this sandstone palace.


The Jahangir Mahal


Interior Balcony with Lapis Lazuli Tiles


Elephant Motif Brackets



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