In Hampi, the Queen's Bath is part of the Royal Enclosure. This was constructed during the Vijaynagar Empire any time from 1336 to 1565. This is a enclosed space, consisting of a complex of changing rooms and a bath. At present only the bath is extant.
Queen's Bath interior
A strikingly, simple facade structure, in the Indo-Islamic style of Vijaynagar architecture, the interior of the bath is total contrast, with its ornate stucco and plaster work.
View of Queen's Bath balcony
Another view of Queen's Bath balcony
Queen's Bath interior View of Queen's Bath balcony
The structure is 30 sq. mts., with a 15 sq. mts, bath inside, which is 1.8 mts, deep. Pillared and vaulted corridors run all around, with ornate balconies projecting into the bath. There is a water channel inlet to the East, and a moat that runs all around the structure that ensured a constant supply of fresh water. There are steps leading down to the floor of the bath to the North, and the remnants of four pillars in the center, which probably supported a pavilion. But there exists no evidence to justify the name. The wall on either sides 1.e., inner and an outer face of smoothed and fitted stone blocks with an earth and rubble fill between them.
Another view of Queen's Bath balcony
can imagine how wonderful it must have been then! wow!
ReplyDeleteIts so old but very beautiful,
ReplyDeleteI love it :)
( A antique swimmingpool .... LOL)
This is beautiful; I can just imagine how stunning this structure must have been in the days when it was functional. It somehow reminds me of roman structures from ancient times.
ReplyDeleteIts simple beautiful and can’t imagine how delightful it might be then. Sure it must be rocking!
ReplyDeleteMarvelous captures, interesting history as always, Rajesh! What a lovely place!
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Sylvia
Very interesting post and great photo´s!Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely old building complete with balcony!
ReplyDeleteThat is a very detailed and ornate structure. I wish our buildings today had that much art work involved!
ReplyDeleteGreat photos of this attractive structure...beautiful architecture and interesting info as well.
ReplyDeletethe queen bath doesnt look inviting for a bath now, but definitely a stroll...howeveer, in olden times when they was kept spic and span and with all the grandeur...i wud kill for a dip in this luxurious bathroom!!
ReplyDeleteYou have some amazing architecture in your country, it's interesting as usual!
ReplyDeleteAnother amazing post on the treasures found in India...so much history, so much culture...tell us more.
ReplyDeleteWonderful shots and narratiion
I like to see the detail in photos such as these as the structure is so interesting. Can you make them larger when we click on them? I would really enjoy viewing them bigger.
ReplyDeleteVery interesting always. Happy skywatching.
ReplyDeleteNice photos. We had both Queen & Kings bath overtaken by lava back in 1991? Anyway..Aloha-
ReplyDeleteI think that India would be a wonderful country to visit. I hope I can see some of these sights for myself before I get too old and doddery.
ReplyDeleteSuch an elaborate cleansing area for the Queen, and aptly captured by your description.
ReplyDeleteUseful information that makes me grasp and understanding of an era of long ago.
ReplyDeleteIt's hard to imagine all of the wonderful place that are in India. It's really nice to see the amazing pictures on your fine blog!
ReplyDeleteI agree India is such a beautiful place!
Have a great weekend.
wow... very details... =p thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteNice pictures! Loved the pictures of Lord Ganesh also.
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ReplyDeleteFantastic building, like all the details that you have shared about the history, makes for interesting reading.
ReplyDeleteNice architecture!
ReplyDeleteRajesh: This does look like a wonderful place but to tie it into Sky Watch you must have photos of the skies in your post. Please do this next time. FG/SWF Team
ReplyDeletei'm really fascinated with old style architectures. they are really fantastic.
ReplyDeletewhat a beautiful structure! I love the history you provide.
ReplyDeleteso much details in these pictures, beautiful now, must have been a fantastic place then..
ReplyDeleteIt is amazing how old your country is. The architecture is endlessly wonderful.
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Beautfiul ancient buildings! They have stood the test of time well.
ReplyDeleteSplendid architecture, very nice and interesting images!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing!
Very beautiful structure. I love how ornate it is.
ReplyDeleteIt's a beautiful building, I wish I could have seen it during its heyday, and a 15 sq.m. bath is the stuff dreams are made of!
ReplyDeleteVery interesting details and photos
ReplyDeleteOld is gold.
ReplyDeleteits so beautiful.... old and lovely!!
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Fantastic post and lovely shots !! Great shots..Unseen Rajasthan
ReplyDeleteImpressive for sure! I like the fact that there are steps for the queen to walk down into her bath; no queen should have to jump in the water!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful shots!
Fabulous Post...
ReplyDeleteThe royal bath deserved to be covered!
Thanks for sharing!
Amazing architecture, thanks for sharing again. I have not realized that I missed so many posts of yours, sorry my friend. Anna :)
ReplyDeleteThe more I read about Hampi, the more I want to visit the place. I had been there years ago and cannot recollect too much of my visit.
ReplyDeletefor me, the queen's bath was a little disappointing, especially with the lack of any major ornamentation :( the only good thing was imagining urself to be ther some centuries back ;-)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful.. your photos always are.
ReplyDeleteThis is beautiful now, but it must have been quite amazing when complete. Thanks for the detailed explanation.
ReplyDeleteAmazing bath!
ReplyDeleteAn amazing structure and so interesting to read about. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteyes!!! amazing structures.
ReplyDeletemagiceye, Protege, Jeevan: Thanks, in its glory days it would have been marvelous piece of architecture.
ReplyDeleteAnya, Sylvia, Steffi, EG, Carol, Walter, Baron: Thanks for the appreciation.
Kirigalpoththa, Swetha, kumbakonam, Sharodindu: Thanks for the appreciation.
Tranquility: Thanks. Yes, today's buildings do not have such intricate art work.
Rush, Dan, Jeevan: Thanks, in its glory days it would have been marvelous piece of architecture.
Mark: Thanks, only first snap can be enlarged.
Photo, Danton, Japa, James, fufu, Dirk, Unseen: Thanks for the appreciation.
Kilauea: Thanks, that is very sad to hear.
Shammickite: Thanks, you are welcome to India.
Pearl, Regina, fishing, Syel, texasnascarcowgirl, JM, Denise: Thanks for the appreciation.
Tammie: Thanks, the history of this country is very old and is full of marvels.
Robin, Linda: Thanks, in its glory days it would have been marvelous piece of architecture.
Pat: Thanks. Yes they have stood the test of time beautifully
Asta, Pietro, Louise, Raji, Deepak, Jacob, Hilary, Vaggelis: Thanks for the appreciation.
Sandeep: Thanks. Yes when compared to other monuments this is on the shorter side in terms of marvels.
Anna: Thanks, you are always welcome to my blog.
Radha: Thanks, I have been to this place three times already.
I find this place to be fascinating. The ingenuity of builders hundreds of years ago is amazing.
ReplyDeleteI am so glad you stopped by my blog. I have come to know the beauty of India through Indrani and now you. What a magnificent, amazing country.
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