Medieval-indian-history / Mughal Empire / Architecture during Mughals
Architecture during Mughals
- The Mughal era brought a new era in architecture
- Indo-Islamic architecture reached its zenith during this period
- Humayun’s Tomb in Delhi was the first building of the Mughal rule made of red sandstone. It had a main gateway and a tomb placed amidst a garden. Many consider it a precursor of the Taj Mahal
- Akbar built forts at Agra and Fatehpur Sikri, including the grand Buland Darwaza. This building was made following Akbar’s victory over Gujarat
- The tomb of Salim Chishti, Palace of Jodha Bai, Ibadat Khana, Birbal’s House and other buildings at Fatehpur Sikri reflect a synthesis of Persian and Indian elements
- During Jehangir's reign, Akbar’s Mausoleum was constructed at Sikandra near Agra, and the beautiful tomb of Itimad-ud-daula was built entirely of marble
- Shahjahan was the greatest builder amongst the Mughals and used marble extensively in his buildings
- Decorative design in inlay work, (called pietra duro), beautiful arches, and minarets were the features of his buildings
- The Red Fort and Jama Masjid of Delhi and above all the Taj Mahal are some of the buildings built by Shahjahan.
