In Gwalior there is mausoleum built for him in the typical Mughal architecture.
Here the interesting aspect are hexagonal pillars and screens using pierced stone technique. The marvelous stone works coupled with an excellent architecture, the tomb looks gorgeous.
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ReplyDeleteThe pierced stone parts are extraordinary. Amazing details. It must have been so much work and required a certain skill as well.
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Impressive structure! The screens are beautiful, and all different designs!
ReplyDeleteI love the lace like work of the Mughal tombs...they had some lovely craftsmen then...do they make this still?
ReplyDeleteGreat architectur and shots! Love the windows.
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Gorgeous
ReplyDeleteGwalior it seems is a hub of culture - or was so, owing to its historical prominence!
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Really amazing architecture :-)
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Rajesh: Marvelous structure going into the sky.
ReplyDeletewhat great architecture, nice photos! thanks for sharing!
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The place is awesome!
ReplyDeleteYou right - the tomb looks gorgeous indeed!
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Magnificent tomb and I like the detail you showed us.
ReplyDeleteFascinating post and beautiful photos as always, Rajesh! Hope you have a great weekend!
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Just Beautiful! Great photos and post.
ReplyDeleteit's beautiful. Love the architecture and great shots.
ReplyDeleteThe stone work is amazing.
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The pierced stone is an amazing detail, it must have taken so much hand work to accomplish. Always an interesting visit in your blog space.
ReplyDeleteAnother wonderful example of your countrys architecture and history.
ReplyDeleteAnother great architecture and tomb.
ReplyDeleteThe lattice work in stone is so beautiful !
ReplyDeleteVery intricate work - especially the lattice windows.
ReplyDeleteThe tomb indeed looks gorgeous, Rajesh. Thanks for sharing! I wonder how many people know about such unhyped places.
ReplyDeleteWhat wonderful work! I wonder how many stonemasons worked on it and for how long - it looks like a lifetime's work!
ReplyDeleteLooks like I have missed this monument even though I have been to Gwalior. Beautiful pictures.
ReplyDeleteStunning shots, Rajesh...
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That is one heck of a tomb! Beautiful structure and I really like the pierced stone screens!
ReplyDeleteIt looks like a beautiful piece of art work. Its very interesting, Rajesh.
ReplyDeleteThe Prince was well honoured with this architectural resting place. Imposing building, interesting information and very nice capture.
ReplyDeleteThe Mughal architecture is always wonderful! This mausoleum is a good example.
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ReplyDeleteBeautiful!!! Great architecture!!!
ReplyDeleteInteresting facts and great pictures of the tomb.
ReplyDeleteThe Jali work is too too too good...
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This is a magnificent structure! It's hard to believe that the screens are pierced stone.
ReplyDeleteA grand, impressive mausoleum! Fascinating architecture!
ReplyDeleteSo much work. Construction workers in present times do not have pride in their work and it shows. These are beautiful.
ReplyDeleteLovely shots. I was mesmerized by the details in stonework when I was in India. More pictures from my trip this wee :)
ReplyDeleteAmazing...beautiful works...
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Simply stunning!!!
ReplyDeleteHi Rajesh! It looks an awesome mausoleum... I wonder how will it be possible to see all these wonders in just one lifetime... ;)
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Wow! I'm always moved by the small stone boxes from India with the fine screen work on them. This is MOSt impressive! Can not imagine the time it took to construct each panel. Great Shadow Shot!
ReplyDeletevery beautiful photos! this tomb looks very gorgeous and magnificent!
ReplyDeleteGreat and beautiful !!
ReplyDeleteA historical and beautiful structure!
ReplyDeleteFantastic post, plus you always share amazing pics. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteI love the screens! they have such a delicate look
ReplyDeleteCarol: Thanks, each screen is of different design.
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Protege, Nalini, Pearl, Shubd, LadyFi, Janice: Thanks, pierced stone work is the amazing work on this tomb.
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Jacob, Pam, Bhushavali, George, Cassie, Dianne: Thanks, pierced stone work is the amazing work on this tomb.