In Shivpuri there is a historic site of Scindia's cenotaphs. In the formal Mughal garden facing each other across a water tank are the cenotaphs (Chhatris) of the Maharaja Madhav Rao Scindia and the Maharani Sakhya Raje Scindia. The cenotaphs are blended with architectural idioms of Hindu and Islamic styles with their shikhara-type spires and Rajput and Mughal pavilions.
The King Madhav Rao Scindia cenotaph has the glittering white marble surface inlaid with lapis lazuli and onyx. This creates a spectacularly rich effect.
The memorial contain life-size image of the King. It is rendered extreme devotion by ceremonially dressed retainers who perform the rituals of placing flowers and incense before the statue each day. The above snap of the interiors is taken during the day time.
The above snap was taken during he night when the interiors were lighted. At the far end the statue of the King can be seen.
The King Madhav Rao Scindia cenotaph has the glittering white marble surface inlaid with lapis lazuli and onyx. This creates a spectacularly rich effect.The memorial contain life-size image of the King. It is rendered extreme devotion by ceremonially dressed retainers who perform the rituals of placing flowers and incense before the statue each day. The above snap of the interiors is taken during the day time.The above snap was taken during he night when the interiors were lighted. At the far end the statue of the King can be seen.
wow, that place looks like its made out of lace... gorgeous
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What a beautiful place !! Love these kind of Chhatris..This seems to be a beautiful location !! Great post !!Unseen Rajasthan
ReplyDeleteThe building looks like a wedding cake iced with lacy decorations. The interior is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning, a beautiful architectural masterpiece.
ReplyDeleteIt reminds me of the cathedral in Siena, Tuscany, that is build of similar material.
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That building is so beautiful-an amazing tribute. I love your crocodile in the post below too-though I would not want to get too near!
ReplyDeleteThis is so grand...loved the pictures.The interior looks beautiful in both ..the natural lights and when the lamps are on.Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeletebeautiful indeed
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful buildings. Thanks for the story and for sharing you World.
ReplyDeleteI should never be surprised at the beauty of your world, Rajesh, or your incredible captures, but these are even more gorgeous and breathtaking! Thank you for sharing the beauty! Have a great week1
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such beauty is meant to be shared -thank you
ReplyDeleteThe posts with all the carving almost look like lace. Very beautiful and delicate.
ReplyDeleteBreath taking place! I'm always impressed when I see places you show us here!
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Rajesh: That is one special place.
ReplyDeleteAnd ... 700(?) years haven't diminished its beauty a bit. Nobody builds anything like that anymore.
ReplyDeletethe facade is incredibly ornate and delightful.
ReplyDeleteI'm in awe of that went into create this. It's incredibly beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThe workmanship and artistry is amazing!
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ReplyDeletewhat a wonderful day today is visiting your corner of the world and seeing the amazing memorial and all that marble....thanks for showing this to us!
What an incredible magnificent building.
ReplyDeleteOne marvel after another. They are all outstanding. Must be breathtaking in person.
ReplyDeleteVery interesting! Its quite a pleasure visiting them!
ReplyDeleteThese photos look like they were taken in a different century. Marvelous.
ReplyDeleteThe monochromatic tones are striking!
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome place Rajesh!
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What a fantastic building, Rajesh. Very fine images of the outside and the inside, so interesting and detailed!
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Wow - such opulence and beauty!
ReplyDeleteThat king is long dead and he still has retainers attending to his every need... What an amazing, opulent place.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the visit and the comments. You have a beautiful Blog...
ReplyDeleteGreat shot of a beautiful locations.
ReplyDeleteThe architecture in your world is all so beautiful, Rajesh.
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ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful palace! I love the architecture, amazing work. Your photos are fantastic. Thanks for sharing
Can't imagine all that white marble...it must be truly gorgeous!
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ReplyDeleteThis is a beautiful structure both inside and out. It looks as if it belongs in a fairy tale.
ReplyDeleteHi Rajesh! What a gorgeous place!! Stunning!!
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loved the details on the marble!
ReplyDeleteWhat a stunning building and glorious monument!
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ReplyDeleteMojo, ewok1993, Jossie, LadyFi: Thanks, it is still grand and ornate as when it was built.
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Beautiful pictures.It is extremely interesting to read about our architecture and get glimpses of our history from your that I otherwise may not get to know.
ReplyDeleteAwesome structure and still sustained properly is simply great! Long live these monuments caring name and history. Very nice post.
ReplyDeleteRaji, Jeevan: Thanks for the appreciation.
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Beautiful. Such amazing detail.
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I'm always awed by the incredible beauty and detail work of magical buildings like this. When human beings are capable of such awesome creations, it always puzzles me that we so often choose to be cruel and destructive instead. Gorgeous. Thanks for all the information about the buildings too.
ReplyDeleteI agree with the others, that historic building is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteIt's ornate, yet the artwork is so delicate.
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