subject: Fathehpur Sikri Amazing Attraction Of Golden Triangle India [print this page] Fatehpur Sikri is the majestic attraction covered by Golden Triangle India Tours. This UNESCO World Heritage site is itself a ghost town which was previously an ideal city.
The city was established by Emperor Akbar and it is the only place where the nine jewels were born.
Fathehpur Sikri was the most significant headquarter of the Mughal era where all the economical and administrational transactions used to take place. This imperial destination covered by Golden Triangle India Tour is a perfect example of rock shelters with paintings which exist on the periphery of the lake. The Fathehpur Sikri was named considering the meaning of Fatheh which means victory in Arabic.
The important buildings of Fathehpur Sikri are:
Anuuup Talao
it is a square shaped tank built in red sand stone. It is said that this beautiful pool was once filled with gold, silver and copper coins.
Buland Darwaza
It is a grand gateway of this majestic attraction of Golden triangle India tour, Fathehpur Sikri. The same is built in red sandstone decorated with white marbles.
Diwan-i-Am
Diwan-i-Am is a durbar or hall where Emperor Akbar used to interact with the common man on one to one basis. The pavilion is famous for its central pillar with thirty-six vaulted supporting circular platform.
Hujra-i-Anup Talao
It is the residence of Akbar's Muslim wife which is now disputed due to its small size.
Jama Masjid
one of the most beautiful mosques in the world, Jama Masjid is also famed as the most sacred building of this city.
Mariam-uz-Zamani's Palace
This part of Fathehpur Sikri is among the famous attractions of Golden Triangle India Tour destination. It is built in Hindu style and was used by Akbars queen Mariam Zamani.
Naubat Khana
it is near the entry point of the city and was used to announce the arrival of the Emperor.
Pachisi Court
This Pavalion is situated close to Diwan-i-Am. It is a square marked out as a large sized board game where the Emperor used to play Pachisi, presently known as Ludo.
Panch Mahal
This gorgeous monument is located on the north-east direction of Jodha Bais Palace. It is a five-storied palatial structure which was earlier known as badger, Wind Tower.
Birbal's House
The favorite minister of Akbar was Birbal, who was Hindu. The horizontal sloping sunshades also known as chajjas are the important features of this historical place.
Tomb of Salim Chisti
This part of Fathehpur Sikri is built in white marble stones within the Jama Masjid's courtyard.
