Dec. 26, 2001 - The Buland Darwaza. - #1
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The Buland Darwaza: This monumental gateway is the integral part of the mosque and is the main entrance to the mosque, facing south. The Persian inscription on the eastern side of the main archway records that Akbar built this gateway to commemorate his conquest over Deccan in 1601A.D.and hence it is south oriented (facing Deccan). This gateway not only commemorates Akbar's conquest over Deccan but it also represents the greatness and grandeur of Akbar's empire.01 - Crown mouldings.jpg


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Chris shows us the walls


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Looking out at the courtyard


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Looking at the courtyard


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Exploing the inside


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Red stone walls


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Inside the building


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Looking at the doorway


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Nice Chandelier


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The courtyard in the distance


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The mosque

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