Sunday, December 9, 2018

Kanch Mahal, Sikandra, Agra

Date: 14th Oct 2018

Visitors: Arun, Shilpi, Muthusamy, Vijayalakshmi and Harsh

Fee: Rs 15 for Akbar Tomb.

Timing:  Sunrise to Sunset.

Food: Small Snacks available.

Photography: Allowed.

Other attractions nearby: Mariam Tomb, Akbar Tomb, Kanch Mahal.

Kanch Mahal is located in the Akbar's tomb complex. This was a harem quarter or ladies resort used by Jehangir as hunting lodge. It is a two storyed build used by royal women.
It was built sometime between 1605-1619 during the reign of Jehangir. The square central hall has four rooms in each corner. The front of the building is decorated with detailed tile work while the back of the building is completely plain. The stairways lead to the second floor which has rooms similar to the ground floor plan. The structure was made of brick masonry and internally plastered. The exterior was finished with finely carved red sandstone.

Some pic from the place.










Another monument in sikandra which can be visited along with Akbar tomb.

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