Methar Mahal, Bijapur
Methar Mahal constructed in 1620, this is one of the interesting sights in Bijapur (State: Karnataka). Even though by name it is called "Mahal" this is not a place. This is a turret with the Mehtar mosque behind it.
This is a two-storeyed structure with an exquisite entrance. The roof has two delicate minarets standing straight and tall.
This ornamental gateway is an excellent example of the Indo-Saracenic style of architecture. It is embellished by a profusion of carvings in the form of brackets supporting the balconies and stone trellis work in Hindu Style.
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Thanks for sharing another beautiful structure with us. I really like those minarets on each side of the building.
Magnificent structure !The ornamental gateway is beautiful.
It;s beautiful! What a breathtaking building!
Just beautiful architecture Rajesh, as always.
I wanted to comment on your incredible India fact on your sidebar -- I always love reading those; thanks for sharing and teaching us all.
What an unusual structure. The minarets are indeed very delicate and tall.;)
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Great architecture, really splendid!
Wow, marvellous architecture!
i liked that gateway! very different!
Very impressive! Great photos :-D
Gorgeous architecture!
nice one.. i like the angle you clicked from :)
Beautiful captures of your lovely world as always, Rajesh! Hope you have a wonderful week!
Sylvia
The gateway looks massive and the carvings so intricate.
Wow!
What incredible architecture!! Thank you for sharing these!
Hi Rajesh, I always enlarge your architectural photos to see the details. Imagine my surprise when this time I found a dog snoozing on one of the pillar ledges!
another lovely architectural gem.
Hi rajesh ,very nice blog!so nice ..!u have covered so many places in India .tht too most of it which we indians have not heard of!
nice shots and lovely architecture. thanks for sharing your world.
So amazing. Thank you.
Marvelous!
Seriously, when are you planning to write a book?
Those minarets seem to be touching the very sky! Lovely.
As nice mix of eastern and western architectural influences.
Hello Rajesh:)
Fantastic building with lovely architecture.
Best wishes:)
Joseph
Happy RT! Great shots!
LOLA:)
It was a great work of art for me :)
Very beautiful building. I like the little balcony. The designs are very unique and lovely.
Great architectural details.
I like that Jharoka very much.
Beautiful captures of your world, Rajesh!
Hope you have a wonderful week!
Gr, Bram
Rajesh: 1620; what an amazing structure to be there such a long time.
You do cover a lot of unusual places which are not very well known. Thank you for highlighting on such places.
very nice photos, Rajesh! :) unusual places for sure!
Your world contains some incredibly beautiful places, Rajesh!
Kay, Alberta
Impressive!!!
Again, a MAGNIFICENT structure!
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Again, a MAGNIFICENT structure!
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as always Rajesh... beautiful architecture...
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A wonderful architecture standing on its majesty :-)
It's a huge palace, very beautiful entrance and details!
Léia
A wonderful building - the stone trellis work looks fragile but of course is so very strong.
Very imposing structure indeed!!!
Beautiful, Rajesh. You will never run out of amazing architecture in your country. It is simply amazing.
It looks absolutely massive! Great shots.
Erika B
lovely tour of magnificent minaret!
Can imagine a king waving to his people from the balcony!
What a beautiful structure! Great photos. Thank you for sharing.
Beautiful building, with lovely carvings and details. Thank you for sharing.
Best wishes,
Anna
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The pictures well showcase the grandeur structure. Awesome Rajesh!
Thanks for appreciating this beautiful architecture.
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