The explanation detail monument information board in Hindi white text on white marble at the entrance to the Kanch Mahal Agra UP
Kanch Mahal is a beautiful Mughal monument, which is situated near Akbar's Tomb at Sikandra. Originally, the monument was used as Mahal or royal ladies' resort. During the reign of Jahangir, the monument served as the royal shikargah (Hunting Lodge). Built between 1605 and 1619, the monument is now in ruins and is currently managed by the Department of Archaeology. The monument is a two storeyed mansion, which has a central square hall that is roofed by a vaulted soffit. Each corner of the mansion has four square rooms with two openings for ventilation. The main hall of the monument features octagonal double pillars, which is on a raised plinth on two sides of the hall. Out of the two identical facades to the north and south of the building, only the northern facade has survived. The building was constructed using brick masonry, in which the building was plastered and the interiors were painted, while finely carved red sandstone was used for exterior decoration. Timings - Opening & Closing: Seven Days Open : AM - PM IST [content by holidayiq]
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Location: Kanch Mahal, Tomb of Akbar The Great Area, Sikandra, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282007
Photo credit: © Ambuj Khanna / Alamy / Afripics
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