Mandu is situated on the edge of Malwa plateau . In the 10th century Raja Bhoj founded this town as a retreat. The Mughals invaded as this place in 1401.The Afghan governor, Dilawar Khan established the kingdom of Mandu and with this started the golden era of this place. But it was not Dilawar Khan rather his son Hoshang Shah who raised it to greatest splendour.Hoshang Shah made Mandu his capital. Mandu has grandiose and its remarkable architecture makes it a place having the most impressive collection of Afghan art in India.....Meet The Author

Mandu is a place where songs of love of poet-prince Baz Bahadur and beautiful singer Roopmati fill the air. Balladeers sing songs of the romance and the Roopmati Pavillion overlooking the palace of Baz Bahadur stands as testimony. All over this place are spread ruins of Afghan Architecture. The monuments of Mandu are the Royal Enclave, the central group and Rewa Kund group. The royal enclave includes Jahaz Mahal, Hindola Mahal. The central group has Hoshang Shah's tomb, Jami Masjid, Ashrafi Mahal, and the Rewa Kund group has Rewa kund, Baz Bahadur palace, Roopmati pavillion. Other monuments Nilkanth shrine and palace. Hathi Mahal, Darya Khan's Tomb, Dai Ka Mahal, Dai ki choti Bahan Ka Mahal and many others worth a visit. The Lohani cave and temples are associated with history of Mandu. Sunpoint near the caves affords a panoramic view of the surrounding country side.

SIGHTSEEING: Jahaz Mahal - was built by Sultan Ghiyas-ud-din-Khilji to maintain his large Harem . This palace is in shape of a ship and is locate between Munj Talao and Kapur Talao (pond). Hindola Mahal - The church like Hindola mahal or the Swinging palace derives its name from the sloping sidewalks. Due to the slopes the walls of this palace seems to be swinging. Hindola mahal essentially was a meeting place during Ghiyas-ud-din-Khilji's time. Hoshang Shah's Tomb - Magnificently proportioned domes and intricately & delicately done marble latticework are the main features of Hoshang Shah's Tomb. This tomb is one of the best examples of Afghan architecture in India and probably the first marble edifice. Porticoed courts and towers mark the four corner of the rectangular tomb. It was from this tomb that Ustad Hamid got inspiration for designing Taj Mahal. Many architects were send by Shah Jahan to study this tomb and then decide the constructing plan of the Taj Mahal. Jami Masjid - stands on high plinth and is adorned by imposing domes. A huge dome and minaret forms the center of this mosque which derives its inspiration from the great mosque of Damascus. The scale on which this mosque was built and the proportions of the building is just unimaginable. The number of bays and arrangements of pillars and arches, rows of domes above all make this mosque very pleasing in nature. Particularly from the central court is covered with huge colonades which makes it very fascinating. Ashrafi Mahal - was built as Madrassa. Today the rooms and cells tell a story of teaching and studying. It was built by Mahmud Shah Khilji. Rewa Kund - This pond was build to supply water to Rani Roopmati's palace. Built by Baz Bahadur the pond is considered very sacred today. Baz Bahadur Palace, - Spacious courtyard surrounded by halls and high terraces with an excellent view of the country side make this palace. The palace was built by Baz Bahadur for himself in the early 6th century. Roopmati Pavillion - This pavillion was retreat for Rani Roopmati. From the graceful pavilions Roopmati could see the palace of his beloved Baz Bahadur, The Pavillions also give a good view of river Narmada flowing through the Nimar plains. But these pavillions were originally built as army observation posts. Watching the sunset from these pavillions gives maximum pleasure. Nilkanth Shrine - This shiva temple is located on the edge of a steep gorge. The tree shaded courtyards and sacred pond fed by a stream are part of this ancient temple. Pilgrims and devotees come here to worship Lord Shiva. Nilkanth Mahal - This palace was built by Mughal Governor of Mandu, Shah Badgah for Akbar's Hindu wife. Interestingly the wall of this palace have inscription saying the futility of earthly pomp and glory. This palace became the favourite retreat for Jehangir. Echo Point - Also referred as Delphic Oracle of Mandu. A shout from here reverberates far below and is clearly heard back.

Excursions:
Bagh Caves : Bagh caves are 50 kms west of Mandu. The caves are seven kms from Bagh village.These caves are carved out during 400 to 700 AD. They are caves carrying Buddhist motifs.
Fairs & Festivals: The Malwa region is known for fun and colourful festival celebrations.During September / October, Ganesha Chathurthi is celebrated fun fair. During these festivals and fairs, tribal art and crafts made in clay, wood, metal, bamboo, cloth, leaves are displayed.The Malwa festival accompanied by a cultural programme. is organised in Indore, Ujjain and Mandu.
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