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Chanderi is surrounded by hills, lakes and
forests, and there are several monuments of Bundela Rajputs
and Malwa Sultans. Noteworthy among them are:
The Fort
Dominating the skyline of this lovely old town, is a Mughal
fort. The vast fort was built on a 200 metre high hill during
the Mughal period. Its main gate is known as the "Khooni
Darwaza".
Koshak Mahal
According
to historical records, Koshak Mahal was ordered to be built
by Mahmud Khilji of Malwa when he passed through Chanderi
in 1445 AD. The original plan of the Khilji ruler was to
construct a seven-storey palace though only two could be
completed during his life time. The Mahal is divided into
four equal parts and has architecture similar to Mandu.
Badal
Mahal Gate
A gate without a Mahal, it was constructed to commemorate
some important victory.
Jama
Masjid
With imposing domes and long arcades, this is possibly the
biggest mosque of the erstwhile Madhya Bharat State.
Shahzadi Ka Rouza
The name is attributed to some unknown princess. The building
is decorated on the exterior with ornamental arches and
a band of geometrical designs.
Parameshwar Tal
Built by Bundela Rajput Kings, the picturesque Parameshwar
tank is situated half a mile to the north-west of Chanderi
town. It has on its bank a well-carved temple and cenotaphs
of three Rajput Kings.
Battisi Bavdi
Built by Sultan Ghiyasuddin Shah in 1485, the Battisi Bavdi
derives its name from a flight of thirty two steps.
Buddhi (Old) Chanderi
The old Chanderi city has a number of Jain temples of 9th
and 10th centuries. It attracts thousands of Jain pilgrims
from all parts of the country every year.
Thruvanji
26 km South-West of Chanderi is the old village of Thruvanji.
The village has a number of Jain temples of the early medieval
period.
Package Tours
From Delhi - Charming Chanderi
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