Diwan-I-Khas
Diwan-I-Khas
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Dirk W
Alexandra Headland, Australia6,458 contributions
Mar. 2023 • Couples
The Diwan-i-Khas or Hall of Private Audience is the building where Akbar met with his close advisors or VIP visitors. It would accommodate probably not more than a few dozen people.
Like most of Fatehpur Sikri, it is all in red sandstone, but stands out because of the small, elegant chhatris on each of the 4 corners. In the centre inside you will see the famous Lotus Throne.
Like most of Fatehpur Sikri, it is all in red sandstone, but stands out because of the small, elegant chhatris on each of the 4 corners. In the centre inside you will see the famous Lotus Throne.
Written April 6, 2023
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Vijay
Chennai (Madras), India357 contributions
Sep. 2022
Historical structure with great architecture and importance in the mughal empire as well as our history, do not miss this place
Written March 5, 2023
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DP1066
Hastings, UK640 contributions
Mar. 2020
The Hall of Private Audiences is one of the highlights of the visit. Externally it is not particularly impressive, but the inside, the decoration, in particular the central column, is spectacular.
Written March 23, 2020
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797dennisp
Montrose, UK30,369 contributions
Jan. 2020
Just another of the beautifully architecturally designed building with the complex. The entrance of the Lotus Throne room.
Written March 16, 2020
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Yogesh P
775 contributions
Feb. 2020
Its a living proof of history of Mughal empire. It is Avery important building in old era. Structure is very nice. Good place so don't miss it.
Written February 24, 2020
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Greater Noida, India1,891 contributions
Dec. 2019
Located at the entrance of the fort the place also known as the Lotus Throne. The architecture is amazing, the place is photogenic. The place was used for confidential meetings. Do visit and also read the place facts.
Written February 22, 2020
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SalimM
London, UK1,861 contributions
Dec. 2019
This is the small square shaped structure of two storeys and with four canopies. Apparently, this is where the public used to gather to speak to the king. It is also where he met his special advisors. Walk inside and you see a central pillar in the hall which is a piece of art. It has a unique floral design. At the top are stone walkways in four directions surrounded with what look like viewing galleries.
Written February 11, 2020
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Alok Nahata
Alor Setar, Malaysia6,195 contributions
Dec. 2019
As the name suggests, this was a special meeting place of Akbar with his 9 special advisors and special people of the society. King sat in the middle on the lotus throne and the advisors on each corner. Below sat the audience. Special place for special decisions so entry and exit of the King was also special. The king could leave from here through secret doors in the walls. Amazing architecture...
Written January 6, 2020
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Ann C
Nashville, TN3,238 contributions
Oct. 2019
...located on the northern end of the courtyard...a striking administrative building located at Fatehpur Sikri. Nothing too special on the outside, but the inside hosts a carved stone central column that is rather impressive.
Written January 4, 2020
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Shoeb S
Pune, India132 contributions
Nov. 2019
Entire Palace is Constructed is Red, to understand the palace in detail kindly explore the palace with a guide.
Written December 26, 2019
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- Restaurants near Diwan-I-Khas:
- (0.37 km) Jodha Restaurant
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