Akbari Mahal
The Akbari Mahal is a palace located in the zenana (harem quarters) of the Agra Fort. It served as a residence for ladies of the imperial harem and was used as a place for the emperor to rest at.
History
[edit]Built around 1565, the Akbari Mahal lies in the southeastern part of the harem and served as one of the palaces for the imperial consorts.[1] Situated between the Jahangiri Mahal, Bengali Burj, and the Khas Mahal, It has a large stone-paved courtyard enclosed on all sides with various chambers and suites.[2] It contains one entrance through the gateway on the western side, designed so that it ensured purdah for the ladies in the harem.[3] The large assembly hall with a high ceiling on the lower storey served as a meeting area for the women and the emperor.[4] Near the Bengali Burj on its opposite side is the Akbari Baoli (well).
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See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ↑ Kausar, Zinat (1992). Muslim Women in Medieval India. Janaki Prakashan. ISBN 978-81-85078-74-8.
- ↑ Nath, R. (1977). Agra and Its Monumental Glory. Taraporevala.
- ↑ Peck, Lucy (2011-04-06). Agra: The Architectural Heritage. Roli Books Private Limited. ISBN 978-81-7436-942-0.
- ↑ "Akbari Mahal Agra - Akbari Mahal Agra Fort - Akbari Mahal Red Fort Agra - Akbari Mahal Agra India". www.agraindia.org.uk. Retrieved 2026-05-19.