It discusses architectural traditions, town planning, economic. The city itself was founded as the capital of mughal empire in 1571 by emperor akbar, serving this role from 1571 to 1585, when akbar abandoned it due to a campaign in punjab and was later completely abandoned in 1610. Situated on the spot where sheikh salim chisti lived, the sacred complex is situated at the highest point of the ridge. Monuments in fatehpur sikri, famous monuments in fatehpur. This tutorial will let you know about the history of fatehpur sikri along with the. Please note we are accepting orders but please expect delays due to the impact of covid19 on logistcs and procurement. Fatehpur sikri built during the second half of the 16th century by the emperor akbar, fatehpur sikri the city of victory was the capital of the mughal empire for only some 10 years. Fatehpur sikri documents unesco world heritage centre. Today, fatehpur sikri is one of the key historical monuments belonging to the mughal era and a top tourist attraction in agra. Monuments of fatehpur sikri monuments in fatehpur sikri. Fatehpur sikri is a town in the agra district of uttar pradesh, india. Information, fact, history, architecture, entry fee.
Photos and description of the architecture of fatehpur sikri, agra, india. Built during the second half of the 16th century by the emperor akbar, fatehpur sikri the city of victory was the capital of the mughal empire for only some 10 years. Fatehpur sikri, that mughal emperor akbar established as his capital and is now a world heritage site 32 km from here, was once a flourishing trade and jain pilgrimage centre, a new book says. The history of fatehpur sikri dates back to the mughal era in the 16th century. Lucy peck goes into the architectural magnificence of the city giving us the history behind the forgotten or ghost city.
The ancient architecture of fatehpur sikri abandoned for centuries, the indian site attracts tourists from around the world for its majestic buildings. This book presents a multidimensional history of fatehpur sikri, a capital city under the mughals. In 1815, the marquess of hastings ordered repair of monuments at sikri. The rich sand stone walls echoed tales of poignancy and erstwhile glory. Built using red sandstone, the impressive edifice was constructed for the great mughal king akbar and was attached to the daftar khana office of the royal complex. Comprehensive work on the mughal monuments of fatehpur sikri. Monuments in fatehpur sikri monuments of uttar pradesh. The complex of monuments and temples, all in a uniform architectural style, includes one of the largest mosques in india, the jama masjid. History of fatehpur sikri and places to visit in fatehpur. Emperor akbar had this tomb built in the honour of sufi saint salim chisti between 1571 and 1580. In her poem futtypore sicri fishers drawing room scrap book, 1833. One of the finest examples of mughal architecture and a noted religious centre for muslims is the dargah or tomb of sheikh salim chisti in fatehpur sikri. Have a look at various monuments of fatehpur sikri, india.
Fatehpur sikri town planning, drainage and water supply 3. Tourists can visit agra and bharatpur as there are many monuments in these places. Lost and abandoned, fatehpur sikri stood like a proud maiden showing off her beauty even as an air of melancholy surrounded it. Check out the new look and enjoy easier access to your favorite features. All the content and graphics published in this ebook are the property of.
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